Barcelona is the capital of Catalonia and Spain’s second largest metropolis. A contemporary hub of finance, culture, sports, and architecture, the best time to visit the city for pleasant Barcelona weather is during the long summer season.
The urban centre has a Mediterranean climate with a short transitional spring and autumn. Naturally because the waters of the Mediterranean border the city, the sea influences local weather patterns.
Seasonal Temperature Averages
Spring – The months of April and May are the only months with springtime weather. The medium temperatures are commonly between 13 and 16 degrees Celsius.
Summer – June through September are the long months of summer. The high temperatures can soar to 28 degrees Celsius, but mild medium heat is normal at approximately between 20 and 24 degrees.
Autumn – October and November are the only two months with autumn weather. The medium temperatures are 12 to 17 degrees Celsius.
Winter – The months of winter are mild and last from December through March. The medium temperatures are usually around 9 to 11 degrees, but lows can drop to 4 degrees Celsius.
Rainfall Averages
With its location on the coast, the precipitation in Barcelona is slightly more than inland at a total of 640 mm annually. Most of the precipitation falls in the months of April, May, and August through December. October is the rainiest month with 91 mm, and July has the lowest amount of rain with only 20 mm.
