Barcelona · May
Low seasonSpain · Europe
Max Temp
21.8°C
Min Temp
14.9°C
Sunshine
9.9 h/day
Rain Days
3 days
Water Temp
18°C
Rainfall
47.8 mm
Humidity
70%
Avg Temp
18.4°C
Still off-season — flights and hotels significantly cheaper than in June.
May in Barcelona at 22°C is too cool for a beach holiday, but suitable for sightseeing and hiking. The best travel months are June, July, August, and September.
Daytime temperatures reach up to 22°C, cooling to 15°C at night (daily average: 18°C). With 10 sunshine hours per day, May is one of the sunniest months — 48 mm of rain over 3 days. The sea is 18°C — refreshing and manageable for confident swimmers.
A jacket for cool evenings should not be left behind. Sightseeing and excursions can be enjoyed at this time of year without the heat.
Packing list for Barcelona in May
- Langarmhemden und leichte Hosen
- Leichte Jacke
- Sonnencreme LSF 50
- Sonnenbrille
- Sonnenhut
- Kleiner Regenschirm (vereinzelte Schauer möglich)
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is May a good time to visit Barcelona?
- May is not an optimal month for Barcelona (Score: 80/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider June, July, August, and September.
- How warm is it in Barcelona in May?
- In May, Barcelona sees daily highs of 22°C. Nights cool to 15°C, with a daily average of 18°C.
- How much rain falls in Barcelona in May?
- In May, Barcelona receives an average of 48 mm of rain over 3 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Barcelona get in May?
- Barcelona averages 10 sunshine hours per day in May — above the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Barcelona in May?
- Water temperature in Barcelona in May averages 18°C — refreshing but slightly cool for sensitive swimmers.
