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    Barcelona weather and climate

    Catalonia

    Barcelona weather and climate

     

    Day

    17 °C

     

    Night

    11 °C

     

    Sea

    17 °C

     

    Precipitation

    59 mm

    in month

     

    Rainy days

    6 days

    in month

     

    Daylight

    10 hours

    average

     

    Sunshine

    5 hours

    average

     

    Humidity

    75 %

     

    Day

    17 °C

     

    Night

    11 °C

     

    Sea

    17 °C

     

    Precipitation

    59 mm

    in month

     

    Rainy days

    6 days

    in month

     

    Daylight

    10 hours

    average

     

    Sunshine

    5 hours

    average

     

    Humidity

    75 %

    Overview: Barcelona
    Barcelona (Spain) in general has a hot climate. Temperatures during the day are in the range from 13 °C (56 °F) in January to 28 °C (83 °F) in July. Temperatures during the night go from 7 °C (44 °F) in January to 21 °C (69 °F) in August. Sea temperatures are in the following range: 13 °C (55 °F) in February to 25 °C (77 °F) in August. The driest month is July with just 3 days of rain, on the contrary, the month when it rains the most is October with 7 days of rain.

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    Last week's weather in Barcelona

    The week of 23 September 2024 - 29 September 2024 had an average daily temperature of 26 °C (79 °F) and a minimum (nighttime) temperature of 18 °C (64 °F). Both the daily and night temperatures in Barcelona are roughly same as the long-term average, which is around 24 °C (75 °F) and 17 °C (63 °F) respectively. On average, the temperatures during various times of day (in local time) were recorded as: 7am 18 °C (64 °F), 10am 21 °C (70 °F), 1pm 25 °C (77 °F), 4pm 25 °C (77 °F), 7pm 24 °C (75 °F), 10pm 22 °C (72 °F).

    During this week: 5 days without rain, 1 day with light rain and 1 day with moderate rain were observed. During the whole week, total of 2 mm (0.08 in) of precipitation was observed, which is below the long term average for Barcelona, which is 18 mm (0.71 in). During the daytime (from dawn to dusk), there was 19 % cloud coverage on average.

    An average wind speed of 4.0 m/s was recorded. The air pressure was 1006 hpa - 1025 hpa. The air in Barcelona had an average humidity of 63 %.

    On average, there were 11 hours clear skies, 1.5 hours partially overcast skies and 0.5 hours rainy weather during the daytime (from dawn to dusk). At 07:43, on average, the sun rose, and at 19:41, the sun set.

    Weather overview for Barcelona

    Weather overview

    Barcelona (Spain) in general has a hot climate. Temperatures during the day are in the range from 13 °C (56 °F) in January to 28 °C (83 °F) in July. Temperatures during the night go from 7 °C (44 °F) in January to 21 °C (69 °F) in August. Sea temperatures are in the following range: 13 °C (55 °F) in February to 25 °C (77 °F) in August. The driest month is July with just 3 days of rain, on the contrary, the month when it rains the most is October with 7 days of rain.

    January weather

    The day temperature reaches its minimum in Barcelona, while the sea temperature descents similarly to the previous month, with its value being 13 °C (56 °F). The minimum of the night temperature is observable, with its value of 7 °C (44 °F).

    February weather

    The sea temperature reaches its minimum, its value is 13 °C (55 °F) in Barcelona, while the beginning of the rise of the day temperature could be noticed in February. The number of sun hours (without clouds) starts to rise in February.

    March weather

    The day temperature continues to rise, its value is 16 °C (61 °F) in Barcelona, while the night temperature rise's start could be observed in this month. The number of sun hours (without clouds) continues to rise, the value of this measure is 6 hours.

    April weather

    The sea temperature starts to rise, its value is 14 °C (57 °F) in Barcelona, while the day temperature rises similarly to the previous month, the value of this measure is 19 °C (65 °F). The beginning of the rise of the number of rainy days could be noticed in April. The night temperature continues to rise, the value of this measure is 10 °C (51 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) rises similarly to the previous month, its value is 6 hours. The maximum of the wind speed can be noticed, the value of this measure is 4.

    May weather

    The day temperature rises similarly to the previous month, with its value of 22 °C (71 °F) in Barcelona, and the rise of the sea temperature can be observed too, the value of this measure is 17 °C (62 °F). The number of rainy days starts to descent, with its value being 6 days, on the contrary the beginning of the rise of the rainfall amount could be noticed in May. The night temperature continues to rise, with its value being 14 °C (57 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) continues to rise, with its value of 8 hours.

    June weather

    The tourist season is about to start in Barcelona. The sea temperature rises similarly to the previous month, with its value of 20 °C (69 °F), and the day temperature continues to rise as well, the value of this measure is 26 °C (78 °F). The number of rainy days continues to descent, with its value of 5 days, while the beginning of the descent of the rainfall amount could be noticed in this month. The rise of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed, with its value being 8 hours.

    July weather

    The tourist season continues in Barcelona. The day temperature is on its maximum, with its value of 28 °C (83 °F), while the sea temperature continues to rise, the value of this measure is 24 °C (75 °F). The number of rainy days is on its minimum, with its value of 3 days, and the rainfall amount reaches its minimum too. The number of sun hours (without clouds) reaches its maximum, with its value being 10 hours.

    August weather

    The maximum of the sea temperature is observable, the value of this measure is 25 °C (77 °F) in Barcelona, and the night temperature is on its maximum as well, with its value being 21 °C (69 °F). The number of rainy days rise's start could be observed, with its value being 5 days, and the rainfall amount rise's start could be observed too, with its value of 54 mm (2.11 in). The beginning of the descent of the number of sun hours (without clouds) could be noticed, with its value of 8 hours. The tourist season continues.

    September weather

    The day temperature descent's start could be observed in Barcelona, and the beginning of the descent of the sea temperature could be noticed too in this month. The tourist season is taking place. The number of rainy days continues to rise, with its value being 6 days, and the rainfall amount continues to rise as well, its value is 72 mm (2.84 in). The beginning of the descent of the night temperature could be noticed, its value is 18 °C (65 °F).

    October weather

    The descent of the day temperature can be observed, its value is 21 °C (70 °F) in Barcelona, and the descent of the sea temperature can be observed as well, its value is 21 °C (69 °F). The tourist season continues. The maximum of the number of rainy days is observable, its value is 7 days, and the maximum of the rainfall amount is observable as well, the value of this measure is 83 mm (3.28 in). The descent of the night temperature can be observed, the value of this measure is 15 °C (59 °F).

    November weather

    The day temperature continues to descent, its value is 17 °C (62 °F) in Barcelona, and the sea temperature descents similarly to the previous month as well, with its value being 17 °C (63 °F). The number of rainy days descent's start could be observed, its value is 6 days, and the beginning of the descent of the rainfall amount could be noticed as well, with its value of 59 mm (2.34 in). The descent of the night temperature can be observed, the value of this measure is 11 °C (51 °F). The wind speed reaches its minimum, the value of this measure is 3.

    December weather

    The descent of the sea temperature can be observed in Barcelona, and the day temperature descents similarly to the previous month too, its value is 14 °C (57 °F). The rainfall amount descents similarly to the previous month, its value is 41 mm (1.60 in), and the number of rainy days descents similarly to the previous month too. The night temperature descents similarly to the previous month, with its value being 8 °C (46 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) is on its minimum, with its value being 4 hours.

    FAQs

    Is there a dry season in Barcelona in January?

    No, January is not a dry month in Barcelona, expect rain approximately 5 days in a month.

    How windy is Barcelona in February?

    An average wind scale that can be expected in Barcelona in February is 3.

    What is the humidity in Barcelona in March?

    Humidity in Barcelona in March is 71 %.

    What is the air temperature in April in Barcelona at night?

    The average night temperature in April in Barcelona is 10 °C (51 °F). Nights can be cooler, morning running can be refreshing but choose appropriate clothing, evening outdoor sitting can be pleasant but you can also be cold.

    How many days of precipitation on average can I expect in Barcelona in May?

    There are 6 days, which are rainy in May in Barcelona, that is, days with precipitation more than 2 mm (0.08 in). Converted to days of the week, this means that it will occur on an average of 1.4 days of the week, or in general - 21 % days.

    What is the sea temperature in June in Barcelona?

    The temperature of the sea in Barcelona in June is 20 °C (69 °F). The sea at this temperature is quite cold, but it is already possible to stay in it for a long time and it is pleasantly refreshing on hot, steamy days.

    Is July part of the wet season in Barcelona?

    No, there is no wet season in Barcelona in July - you can expect 3 days of rain during the month.

    Is it hot in Barcelona in August?

    In Barcelona in August, you will enjoy nice warm weather, but it will also be pleasant and you probably won't feel hot.

    What is the temperature in Barcelona during the day in September?

    In September in Barcelona, the average daily temperatures will be 25 °C (77 °F). A comfortable temperature for most people, where it is neither too cold nor too hot, and a large number of activities can be carried out comfortably, including sunbathing by the water. Lighter clothing will be suitable - shorts, skirts, t-shirts, jackets; a light sweater and long trousers may also be useful.

    Is October a good month to visit Barcelona?

    October is a good month to visit Barcelona. You can expect just 7 days of rain during the month, taking an umbrella is not necessary. There are some people, who may feel a slight chill at 21 °C (70 °F), but others will feel perfectly fine. A sea temperature of 21 °C (69 °F) can seem colder to some, but others will call it refreshing. The temperature of 15 °C (59 °F) at night may make it better to dine inside or to put on more clothes for a dinner outside.

    How many hours of sun to expect in November in Barcelona?

    In November in Barcelona, you can expect around 5 hours of sunshine.

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