Barcelona weather in August
August – the hottest month of the year – is an excellent time to visit Barcelona for a beach holiday, as well as sightseeing and exploring the city on foot.
You can expect hot and humid weather, nine hours of sunshine daily and little or no rainfall.
How hot is it in Barcelona in August?
Daytime temperatures average 25°C (77°F), with a high of 29°C (84°F) and a night-time low of 21°C (70°F).
However, on the warmest days of the month, the temperature usually reaches around 33°C (91°F).
How sunny is it in Barcelona in August?
There are normally on average nine hours of sunshine each day in Barcelona in August – that's around 67% of daylight hours.
Does it rain in Barcelona in August?
There are usually five days on average with some rainfall in Barcelona in August – the average monthly rainfall is 65mm (2.6in).
How windy is it in Barcelona in August?
August sees an average hourly wind speed of 11 kilometres per hour (7 mph; 6 knots).
How warm is the sea around Barcelona in August?
The average sea temperature in Barcelona in August is 25°C (77°F), which is warm enough for swimming.
Sunrise & sunset in Barcelona in August?
Sunrise is around 7:00am with sunset around 8:45pm.
What to do in Barcelona in August?
August is an excellent time for sunbathing and swimming, as well as exploring the atmospheric streets of Barcelona.
Local holidays?
Assumption of Mary – 15th Aug.
August is peak season in Barcelona with an increase in visitors and hotel prices.
Barcelona weather in August
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High Temp: 29°C (84°F) |
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Low Temp: 21°C (70°F) |
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Sunshine: 9 hours per day |
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Daylight: 13 hours per day |
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Wind speed: 11 kilometres per hour (7 mph; 6 knots) |
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Wet Days: 5 days with some rain |
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Rainfall: 65mm (2.6in) per month |
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Comfort Level: Moderate heat & 71% humidity |
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UV Index: Very high |
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Sea Temp: 25°C (77°F) |
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Best time to visit Barcelona
The best time to visit Barcelona for a beach holiday is during July and August, when the weather is hot and sunny with little or no rain.
However, anytime from June through September is good for a range of outdoor activities.
Barcelona weather by month
Source: Meteorological data for Barcelona is based on weather statistics gathered for the period 1991 to 2020 by Agencia Estatal de Meteorología (AEMET) – Spain's meteorological agency – from the closest weather station: Josep Tarradellas Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN), or Barcelona-El Prat Airport, located 15km (9mi) southwest of the centre of Barcelona.
Advice on the best time to visit a particular destination is based on average local weather statistics, when the weather conditions are generally better than at other times of the year. We consider high and low temperatures, risk of rain (and thunderstorms, etc.), amount of sunshine and sea temperature. For general outdoor activities we favour clear, rainless days with a temperature range between 18°C (64°F) and 27°C (80°F); and for hot-weather activities we favour clear, rainless days with a temperature range between 24°C (75°F) and 32°C (89°F). Often, the best times to visit correspond to high season and therefore involve higher prices.
Latest update: Barcelona weather in August: 12 June, 2024
Disclaimer: The information on this site is provided as is, without any assurances as to its accuracy or suitability for any purpose. Weather data and conditions at any given location and time are unpredictable and variable. We assume no responsibility and can not be held legally responsible for any decisions made on the basis of the information presented on this site.
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