When to visit
Barcelona?

Discover the best time of year, based on historical climate, temperature, and precipitation.

Barcelona
Catalonia · Spain

The best weather in Barcelona is from May, June, August, but considering flight prices and crowds, the best months to visit are May, September, November.consistent weather climate

Climate score
June
92

Perfect climate

☀️Pleasant

Temperature
18–26°C
Pleasant nights
Feels like
20–27°C
Slightly humid
Precipitation
35mm
Moderate rain · 5 days
Sunshine
13.0h
Partly cloudy
Humidity (%)
72%
Slightly humid
Annual Climate Analysis
Temperature, Rain & Feels Like
Rain
Actual Temp
Feels Like
-10°10°20°30°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Tourist Crowds
Monthly visitor flow
63
High season
050100JanFebMarAprMayJun63JulAugSepOctNovDec
Monthly Overview
Score556267769092878980787768
ClimateColdColdMildMildMildPleasantPleasantPleasantHumidHumidMildCold
Temperature5–13°C6–15°C8–16°C10–18°C14–21°C18–26°C21–29°C22–28°C18–25°C15–22°C10–17°C6–15°C
Feels like1–11°C3–12°C5–14°C8–16°C13–21°C20–27°C24–31°C24–31°C19–26°C15–22°C8–16°C4–13°C
Precipitation44mm
5 days
36mm
6 days
46mm
7 days
70mm
9 days
47mm
6 days
35mm
5 days
26mm
4 days
53mm
7 days
91mm
10 days
105mm
10 days
58mm
7 days
25mm
4 days
Sunshine7.9h
☀︎ 83%
8.7h
☀︎ 82%
9.8h
☀︎ 82%
10.7h
☀︎ 80%
12.3h
☀︎ 85%
13.0h
☀︎ 86%
13.5h
☀︎ 91%
12.2h
☀︎ 89%
10.2h
☀︎ 82%
8.8h
☀︎ 80%
7.8h
☀︎ 79%
7.7h
☀︎ 83%
WindNW · 17 km/hW · 18 km/hSW · 20 km/hS · 20 km/hS · 19 km/hS · 19 km/hS · 19 km/hS · 18 km/hS · 17 km/hW · 17 km/hNW · 16 km/hNW · 15 km/h
Humidity (%)75%76%75%76%76%72%71%74%78%81%78%78%
Day length9.6h10.6h12.0h13.3h14.5h15.1h14.8h13.8h12.5h11.1h9.9h9.2h
Tourist CrowdsLow seasonLow seasonLow seasonShoulder seasonShoulder seasonHigh seasonHigh seasonHigh seasonShoulder seasonShoulder seasonLow seasonLow season
Events & Festivals
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
La Mercè Festival
Cavalcade of Magi
Festes de Gràcia
Fira de Santa Llúcia (Christmas Market)
Primavera Sound
Sant Jordi's Day
Sónar Festival
Barcelona Marathon
Carnival (Carnaval de Barcelona)
Festes de Sants
Events & Festivals
  • La Mercè FestivalfestivalSignature event
    September· 500k+ visitors

    Barcelona's main annual festival, held in late September, celebrates the city's patron saint with a week of free concert…

  • Cavalcade of Magiholiday
    January· 50k+ visitors

    On January 5th, the eve of Three Kings' Day, Barcelona hosts a spectacular parade where the Three Kings arrive by sea an…

  • Festes de Gràciafestival
    August· 50k+ visitors

    In mid-August, the Gràcia district transforms with elaborately decorated streets and squares, hosting concerts and activ…

  • Fira de Santa Llúcia (Christmas Market)holiday
    November, December· 50k+ visitors

    From late November through December, Barcelona hosts its oldest and most traditional Christmas market, Fira de Santa Llú…

  • Primavera Soundfestival
    May, June· 50k+ visitors

    One of Europe's largest and most respected music festivals, Primavera Sound typically takes place in late May and early…

  • Sant Jordi's Daycultural
    April· 50k+ visitors

    On April 23rd, Catalonia celebrates its version of Valentine's Day, where people exchange books and roses. The weather i…

  • Sónar Festivalfestival
    June· 50k+ visitors

    This internationally renowned electronic music and new media art festival takes place in mid-June. Expect hot summer wea…

  • Barcelona Marathonsports
    March· 50k+ visitors

    Typically held in March, the Barcelona Marathon offers runners a scenic route through the city's landmarks. The mild spr…

  • Carnival (Carnaval de Barcelona)festival
    February, March· 5k+ visitors

    Barcelona's Carnival, typically in February or early March, brings parades, costume parties, and traditional events befo…

  • Festes de Santsfestival
    August· 5k+ visitors

    Following Gràcia, the Sants neighborhood hosts its own vibrant street festival in late August, with decorated streets, l…

Frequently asked questions

What is the best time to visit Barcelona?

The best weather in Barcelona is from June, May, August, but considering flight prices and crowds, the best months to visit are November, May, September (10–29 °C).

What is the weather like in Barcelona?

Barcelona has a climate with an overall score of 7.7/10. Annual temperatures range from 5 °C to 29 °C.

What is the hottest month in Barcelona?

The hottest month in Barcelona is July, with average highs of 29 °C and lows of 21 °C.

What is the rainiest month in Barcelona?

The rainiest month in Barcelona is October, with an average of 105 mm of precipitation.

When is peak season in Barcelona?

Peak season in Barcelona is June, July, August. This is the most popular period, with the highest tourism levels and prices.

When is shoulder season in Barcelona?

Shoulder season in Barcelona falls in April, May, September, October. It offers a good balance of decent weather and lower prices compared to peak season.