Barcelona · August
Best travel monthPeak seasonSpain · Europe
Max Temp
29.1°C
Min Temp
22.3°C
Sunshine
9.2 h/day
Rain Days
3 days
Water Temp
25.9°C
Rainfall
46.7 mm
Humidity
67%
Avg Temp
25.8°C
Peak season — flights and hotels at their annual highest. Book early.
August is among the best months in Barcelona: only 3 rain days, 29°C highs, and good sunshine make for ideal holiday conditions.
Daytime temperatures reach up to 29°C, cooling to 22°C at night (daily average: 26°C). With 9 sunshine hours per day, August is one of the sunniest months — 47 mm of rain over 3 days. The water is a warm 26°C — perfect for snorkelling and swimming.
Pack light summer clothing, sunscreen, and swimwear — beach and water conditions in August are ideal.
Packing list for Barcelona in August
- Leichte Sommersachen
- Badezeug und Strandtuch
- Sonnencreme LSF 50
- Sonnenbrille
- Sonnenhut
- Kleiner Regenschirm (vereinzelte Schauer möglich)
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is August a good time to visit Barcelona?
- Yes — August is one of the best months to visit Barcelona (Climate Score: 84/100). Pleasant temperatures (29°C), good sunshine (9 h/day), and few rain days (3) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in Barcelona in August?
- In August, Barcelona sees daily highs of 29°C. Nights cool to 22°C, with a daily average of 26°C.
- How much rain falls in Barcelona in August?
- In August, Barcelona receives an average of 47 mm of rain over 3 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Barcelona get in August?
- Barcelona averages 9 sunshine hours per day in August — above the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Barcelona in August?
- Water temperature in Barcelona in August averages 26°C — ideal for swimming and snorkelling.
