Monthly climate guide
Barcelona weather in April
Expect mild weather in Barcelona in April: afternoons reach about 19°C (67°F), while nights drop to around 9°C (48°F). Around 60 mm of rain falls over the month (some rain), and skies are often cloudy. Daytime highs are 3°C warmer than March and 4°C cooler than May.
What stands out in April
- Temperatures are climbing — May is around 4°C warmer.
- Barcelona is usually about 2°C warmer than Mataró, 30 km away, in April.
- Seasonally, April counts as mid-spring in Barcelona.
- Good walking weather for combining La Rambla & Boqueria Market and Sagrada Família in one day.
Avg high
19°C
67°F
Avg low
9°C
48°F
Rainfall
60 mm
some rain
Humidity
70%
relative
Sky
60%
cloud · often cloudy
Barcelona weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 13°C / 56°F | 4°C / 39°F | 37 mm | 75% | 69% |
| February | 14°C / 57°F | 4°C / 39°F | 27 mm | 71% | 65% |
| March | 17°C / 62°F | 6°C / 43°F | 57 mm | 70% | 61% |
| April | 19°C / 67°F | 9°C / 48°F | 60 mm | 70% | 60% |
| May | 23°C / 73°F | 12°C / 54°F | 43 mm | 66% | 56% |
| June | 27°C / 81°F | 17°C / 62°F | 32 mm | 63% | 45% |
| July | 30°C / 86°F | 20°C / 68°F | 34 mm | 63% | 36% |
| August | 30°C / 86°F | 20°C / 69°F | 36 mm | 65% | 40% |
| September | 26°C / 80°F | 17°C / 63°F | 58 mm | 69% | 53% |
| October | 22°C / 72°F | 14°C / 57°F | 76 mm | 74% | 65% |
| November | 17°C / 62°F | 9°C / 47°F | 77 mm | 76% | 68% |
| December | 14°C / 57°F | 5°C / 42°F | 32 mm | 76% | 66% |
What to pack for April
- T-shirts plus a light layer for the evening
- Comfortable trainers or sandals for long walks
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
Is April a good time to visit Barcelona?
Our Barcelona guide recommends: May to June or September to October, avoiding the peak summer heat and crowds.
Book Sagrada Família and Park Güell tickets online in advance — both cap daily visitor numbers and often sell out.
Best time to visit Barcelona →Other Spain cities in April
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Barcelona in April: quick answers
Is April a good time to visit Barcelona?
April is a reasonable time for Barcelona: highs around 19°C and about 60 mm of rain, though not one of the three best months.
How warm is Barcelona in April?
Average highs are about 19°C (67°F) and average lows about 9°C (48°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Barcelona in April?
Barcelona typically gets around 60 mm of rain in April — some rain.
When is the best time to visit Barcelona?
May to June or September to October, avoiding the peak summer heat and crowds.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Barcelona (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.