Is Barcelona sunny all year round?
Is Barcelona sunny all year round? In Barcelona it's sunny practically all year around. There is little difference between maximum and minimum temperatures and all seasons are ideal to enjoy a walk by the beach, eat in restaurant terraces and enjoy any kind of outdoor activities.
Is Barcelona fun in winter?
The best thing about visiting Barcelona in the winter is that you can pretty much do anything you would do at any other time of the year – just with an extra jacket! Because the weather in Barcelona stays pretty mild most of the year, and you get plenty of sunshine, there are very few activities that are off-limits.
Is Barcelona warmer than Madrid?
Barcelona has a milder climate than Madrid. Spain's landlocked capital lies right in the very centre of Spain. This is what gives the city its so-called continental climate.
Why does it feel so hot in Barcelona?
As a coastal city at the Mediterranean, Barcelona has a Mediterranean climate. In the summer months the Azores high dominates the weather. It is warm, quite hot in summer, and dry.
Are Barcelona beaches swimmable?
You can enjoy almost 5 km of beaches which are all accessible by public transport and have all the necessary amenities for you to swim in the biggest swimming pool of all: the sea.
What is the warmest city in Spain?
Seville, Andalusia Seville has the (disputed) historical record high of 50C (122F), though this dates back to 1881. Another Andalusian town, Montoro, holds the official record for highest temperature. In July 2017, it reached a scorching 47.3C (117.2F). Generally speaking though, Seville is the hottest city in Spain.
When can you sunbathe in Barcelona?
Bathing season calendar. Beach mid-season: from 1 to 10 April and every weekend in April, from 1 to 26 May and from 12 to 25 September. All beach rescue and first aid facilities on Barcelona's beaches are open to the public from 10.30 a.m. to 6.30 p.m. Beach high season: from 27 May to 11 September.
When should you avoid the sun in Spain?
Wear sunglasses which have a UV filter. Wear a hat or cap that protects your head from the sun. Avoid going outside during the hottest hours of the day (between 12 midday and 4 pm).
Is it too hot to wear jeans in Barcelona?
As I mentioned, it's hot and sticky in Barcelona. I suggest you stay away from jeans because they're too thick. If you must wear pants, choose a light material so you don't get all sweaty. Also, they're lighter and more compact to pack.
Is Barcelona warm all year?
Barcelona enjoys a typically Mediterranean climate with hot summers and cool winters. It is less hot in summer and warmer in the winter than many other Spanish coastal resorts.
Can you sunbathe in Barcelona?
The beaches are the perfect partner to Barcelona's range of cultural attractions and you can enjoy them any time of the year: for a stroll, to linger at a pavement café or restaurant terrace, enjoy the views and climate, swim, sunbathe, cycle or do some sports.