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Is it too hot to visit Barcelona in August?

August in Barcelona is summertime, and the weather is usually hot and sunny. It's a great time to enjoy the city's beautiful beaches and outdoor activities, as long as you stay hydrated, keep your skin covered with loose, cool clothing and wear plenty of sunscreen.



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If you do make it down to Andalusia, expect extreme heat during this month. Temps in inland cities like Seville and Córdoba regularly surpass 100°F (38°C), so you might be better sticking to the coastal cities like Cádiz. Head north to the Atlantic coast and Basque Country for some of the mildest temps.

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Summers in Barcelona are hot during the day and cooler at night-time. During the months of July and August the average highs are between 83°F (28°C) and 84°F (29°C). The average lows are of 73°F (22°C) and 73.6°F (23°C). It is not very usual for it to rain during the summer.

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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.

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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.

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La Palma (Canary Islands) The greenest and most mountainous of the Canary Islands is cooler on average than the other islands in Spain's Atlantic archipelago, with average summer temperatures on the coast staying below 28C.

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Typically speaking, Spring (March to May) or Fall (September to November) are considered to be the best times to visit Spain.

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The highest average summer temperature in Spain is in the Andalusian city of Cordoba, where August averages are 36.5°C throughout the month of August. The second highest average temperature in Spain is also found in Andalusia: average August temperatures in Seville hit 35.5 degrees.

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Yes, August is one of the best months to swim in Barcelona, along with July and September. Yes, since August is the hottest month of the year, you can expect sunny weather throughout the day. Considering the hot weather, you can stick to shorts, round neck T-shirts, shorts, tank tops, and similar cotton clothing.

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Humidity levels in July and August can be uncomfortably high. Mosquitoes are very common throughout the year, with only February and March being relatively bug-free. Mosquitoes bites can cause a severe allergic reaction for some people.

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Spain's most inexpensive season usually runs from December to March, which (not coincidentally) are the country's coldest months.

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The cheapest time to visit Spain is usually from December to March, though you can also enjoy affordable flights and hotels in early spring and late autumn. The winter months see many vibrant markets and activities dedicated to annual celebrations such as Christmas, Carnival, and New Year's Eve.

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Weather – The winter months in Spain last from November to February with January being the coldest of them all.

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Salzburg, Austria. Not many people know but Salzburg in Austria is one of the best cities in Europe where it is warm but not too hot in July and August. Moderate temperatures make Salzburg cool and pleasant with average highs ranging from 21°C (70F) to 25°C (77F).

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Traditionally August is the month for Spaniards to go on holiday. In the old days that meant the whole month, nowadays 2-3 weeks. As 15th August is a public holiday here, like Ferragosto is in Italy, the two middle weeks in August are the peak for absences from the cities.

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Midsummer - July and August Barcelona is a little more quiet around this time, because many people go to the beach or adjourn to their houses. Some restaurants, museums and stores are closed for vacation or have shorter business hours. However there are a lot of festivals and open air events during this time.

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