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Barcelona in May
Barcelona warms up: highs climb to 76°F (24°C), from 69°F in April, with lows of 57°F (14°C) and about 1.9 in (49 mm) of rain.
At 90/100 for comfort (the top score of the year), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 76°F (24°C)
- Avg low
- 57°F (14°C)
- Rain
- 1.9 in (49 mm)
- Humidity
- 66%
- Cloud cover
- 58%
- Daylight
- ~14 h 20 min
- Comfort score
- 90/100 · Great
What May feels like
Highs settle around 76°F (24°C), warm enough for short sleeves most of the day.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 57°F (14°C).
About 1.9 in (49 mm) of rain falls in a typical year's May.
Plan around May
May is one of Barcelona's best months on the climate data.
- First warm month: highs reach 76°F, up from 69°F in April.
- Comfort holds steady from April (88 → 90/100).
- May sits inside the May – Jun, Sep window our Barcelona, Girona & the Costa Brava route recommends.
What to pack for May
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 76°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Barcelona in May
May is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Casa Batlló
Gaudí-remodeled townhouse with a bone-like facade and a dragon-back roof.
Sagrada Família
Gaudí's basilica under construction since 1882, with forest-like columns and stained glass.
El Xampanyet
Tiled cava bar near the Picasso Museum, busy since the 1920s.
Gothic Quarter
Medieval lanes around the cathedral, Plaça del Rei and Roman wall remains.
La Boqueria
Covered market off La Rambla; eat at counter bars like El Quim.
Nearby in May
- Girona in May~53 mi · highs 70°F, 2.5 in rain · 3°C (6°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Calella de Palafrugell in May~63 mi · highs 71°F, 2.5 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Cadaqués in May~84 mi · highs 71°F, 2.1 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Avignon in May~222 mi · highs 75°F, 2.2 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, 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 May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Barcelona?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 90/100. Expect highs of 76°F (24°C) and 1.9 in (49 mm) of rain. May is inside the May – Jun, Sep window our Barcelona, Girona & the Costa Brava route recommends.
How hot is Barcelona in May?
Average highs are 76°F (24°C) and average lows 57°F (14°C), making it the 5th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Barcelona in May?
Not much: about 1.9 in (49 mm) of rain falls across May on average, the 5th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 20.4 in (518 mm).
What should I pack for Barcelona in May?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 76°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
More on Barcelona
Routes in season in May
- Barcelona, Girona & the Costa Brava May – Jun, Sep
Planning Barcelona in May?
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