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Barcelona in July
Barcelona's warmest month brings highs averaging 89°F (32°C), lows of 70°F (21°C) and about 1.1 in (28 mm) of rain.
It scores 79/100 for comfort, 8th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 89°F (32°C)
- Avg low
- 70°F (21°C)
- Rain
- 1.1 in (28 mm)
- Humidity
- 62%
- Cloud cover
- 38%
- Daylight
- ~14 h 43 min
- Comfort score
- 79/100 · Great
What July feels like
Heat sets the pace, with highs around 89°F (32°C). Get out early and keep the hottest hours for somewhere cool.
Nights cool to an average low of 70°F (21°C).
It's one of the drier stretches, with only about 1.1 in (28 mm) of rain.
Plan around July
July is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (March – June, September and November).
- Comfort slips from 86/100 in June to 79/100.
- Our Barcelona, Girona & the Costa Brava route recommends May – Jun, Sep, so July falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for July
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 89°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Barcelona in July
Start early and take shelter at midday: the picks below pair morning outings with places to cool off.
La Boqueria
Covered market off La Rambla; eat at counter bars like El Quim.
Why now A break from 89°F afternoons.
Picasso Museum
Large collection of Picasso's early work in medieval palaces.
Why now Somewhere to sit out the hottest hours.
Gothic Quarter
Medieval lanes around the cathedral, Plaça del Rei and Roman wall remains.
Sagrada Família
Gaudí's basilica under construction since 1882, with forest-like columns and stained glass.
Bunkers del Carmel
Civil War anti-aircraft site on Turó de la Rovira with a 360° city view.
Why now July scores 79/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Nearby in July
- Girona in July~53 mi · highs 83°F, 1.3 in rain · 4°C (6°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Calella de Palafrugell in July~63 mi · highs 83°F, 1.3 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Cadaqués in July~84 mi · highs 83°F, 1.0 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Avignon in July~222 mi · highs 92°F, 1.0 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~302 m to Barcelona's ~33 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Barcelona in July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Barcelona?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 79/100 against a best of 90 in March – June, September and November. Expect highs of 89°F (32°C) and 1.1 in (28 mm) of rain. Our Barcelona, Girona & the Costa Brava route recommends May – Jun, Sep, so July is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Barcelona in July?
Average highs are 89°F (32°C) and average lows 70°F (21°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Barcelona in July?
Not much: about 1.1 in (28 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the 2nd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 20.4 in (518 mm).
What should I pack for Barcelona in July?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 89°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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