Monthly climate guide
Barcelona weather in August
Expect hot weather in Barcelona in August: afternoons reach about 30°C (86°F), while nights drop to around 20°C (69°F). Around 36 mm of rain falls over the month (fairly dry), and skies are a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are about the same as July and 4°C warmer than September.
What stands out in August
- August is Barcelona's second warmest month.
- It's one of the sunniest months here, with cloud cover around 40%.
- With the heat, see La Rambla & Boqueria Market early in the morning or late in the afternoon.
- August brings late summer to Barcelona.
Avg high
30°C
86°F
Avg low
20°C
69°F
Rainfall
36 mm
fairly dry
Humidity
65%
relative
Sky
40%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
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 August
- Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
- A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
- A refillable water bottle
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
Is August 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 August
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Barcelona in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Barcelona?
August is a reasonable time for Barcelona: highs around 30°C and about 36 mm of rain, though not one of the three best months.
How warm is Barcelona in August?
Average highs are about 30°C (86°F) and average lows about 20°C (69°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Barcelona in August?
Barcelona typically gets around 36 mm of rain in August — fairly dry.
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.