Barcelona in August: weather, sea & travel advice
Barcelona in August is especially suited to beach holidays, family holidays, city breaks and active holidays and hiking. Days are around 30 °C (warm), and the sea is about 26 °C. With about 5 rainy days it is dry.
Barcelona · AugustPhoto: JJxFile · CC BY-SA 4.0Climate facts
- Day
- 30 °C
- Night
- 20 °C
- Sea
- 26 °C
- Rainy days
- 5 rainy days
- Sun
- 8 h/day
- Humidity
- 64 %
Suitability by travel type
BeachExcellent95/100
City breakGood79/100
ActiveGood68/100
FamilyExcellent91/100
In favour
- Pleasant daytime temperatures around 30 °C
- Little rain (about 5 rainy days)
- Warm, swimmable sea (26 °C)
To consider
- No significant drawbacks.
All months at a glance
12J
13F
16M
19A
23M
27J
30J
30A
26S
21O
16N
12D
5J
5F
6M
6A
6M
5J
3J
5A
6S
7O
6N
6D
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Frequently asked questions
How warm is Barcelona in August?
Daytime highs average around 30 °C, with nights around 20 °C.
Can you swim in Barcelona in August?
The sea is about 26 °C (warm).
Does it rain a lot in Barcelona in August?
On the long-term average, expect about 5 rainy days.
When is the best time to visit Barcelona?
The most favourable months are usually the ones highlighted on the overview page. Values are historical averages, not a forecast.