Barcelona in January: weather, sea & travel advice
Barcelona in January is climatically mixed. Days are around 12 °C (cool), and the sea is about 14 °C. With about 5 rainy days it is dry.
Barcelona · JanuaryPhoto: JJxFile · CC BY-SA 4.0Climate facts
- Day
- 12 °C
- Night
- 3 °C
- Sea
- 14 °C
- Rainy days
- 5 rainy days
- Sun
- 3 h/day
- Humidity
- 75 %
Suitability by travel type
BeachUnsuitable29/100
City breakLimited63/100
ActiveLimited63/100
FamilyUnsuitable39/100
In favour
- Little rain (about 5 rainy days)
To consider
- Rather cool at around 12 °C
- Sea still cool (14 °C)
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 January?
Daytime highs average around 12 °C, with nights around 3 °C.
Can you swim in Barcelona in January?
The sea is about 14 °C (cold).
Does it rain a lot in Barcelona in January?
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.