What to pack for Barcelona in January
- long sleeves and a warm layer
- a medium jacket
Humidity averages 74%; max daily wind around 17 km/h.
How January compares
Best months in Barcelona: April–July & September–November. See the full best time to visit Barcelona guide.
Barcelona in January: the details
In January, Barcelona sees average daytime highs of 13°C (56°F) and overnight lows of 4°C (40°F). Rainfall totals roughly 48 mm across 4.2 rainy days, and the sun shines about 7.9 hours per day with 9.3 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 74%.
In context: January is the coldest month of the year and the 6th-wettest in Barcelona. The sunniest month is July (13.5 h/day).
| Metric | January average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 13°C / 56°F |
| Overnight low | 4°C / 40°F |
| Rainfall | 48 mm over 4.2 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 7.9 h/day (9.3 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 74% |
| Travel score | 7.7 / 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 January?
Daytime highs in Barcelona in January average 13°C (56°F); nights drop to about 4°C.
Does it rain in Barcelona in January?
Expect around 4.2 rainy days and 48 mm of rainfall in January.
Is January a good time to visit Barcelona?
January is a good month to visit Barcelona. Overall travel score: 7.7/10. The best months are April–July & September–November.
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