What to pack for Barcelona in April
- long sleeves and a warm layer
- a medium jacket
- a compact umbrella or rain shell — rain is frequent
Humidity averages 75%; max daily wind around 21 km/h.
How April compares
Best months in Barcelona: April–July & September–November. See the full best time to visit Barcelona guide.
Barcelona in April: the details
In April, Barcelona sees average daytime highs of 18°C (64°F) and overnight lows of 10°C (50°F). Rainfall totals roughly 81 mm across 9 rainy days, and the sun shines about 10.5 hours per day with 13.1 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 75%.
In context: April is the 8th-warmest month and the third-wettest in Barcelona. The sunniest month is July (13.5 h/day).
| Metric | April average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 18°C / 64°F |
| Overnight low | 10°C / 50°F |
| Rainfall | 81 mm over 9 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 10.5 h/day (13.1 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 75% |
| Travel score | 9.4 / 10 |
These figures are climate normals computed from the ERA5 weather reanalysis (2019–2024) for Barcelona, Spain (41.39, 2.16) — see our methodology. Actual conditions vary year to year.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is Barcelona in April?
Daytime highs in Barcelona in April average 18°C (64°F); nights drop to about 10°C.
Does it rain in Barcelona in April?
Expect around 9 rainy days and 81 mm of rainfall in April.
Is April a good time to visit Barcelona?
April is one of the best months to visit Barcelona. Overall travel score: 9.4/10. The best months are April–July & September–November.
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