Best time to visit Barcelona

When is the best time to visit Barcelona?

With comfortable temperatures and less crowds, March, April, May, and October are perfect for exploring the city. If you want to make the most of Barcelona’s beaches, then summer offers up seven or more hours of daily sunshine. This doesn’t mean the city sleeps in winter. With mild temperatures and snow being rare, Barcelona can still be a good choice for a winter getaway.

Barcelona enjoys a Mediterranean climate with mild temperatures throughout the year. Compared to some popular Spanish seaside resorts, Barcelona is less hot in the summer but warmer in the winter.

• The hottest month of the year is August with an average daily maximum of 29 C and an average low of 20 C.
• The coolest month of the year is January with an average daily maximum of 13 C and an average low of 5 C.

Sunshine and rainfall

The driest month is July with 19 mm of rainfall and ten hours of sunshine per day. The wettest month is September with 86 mm on average.

Once you’ve chosen the perfect month for your visit, why don’t you check out the best things to do in Barcelona and start planning your holiday!