What to pack for Barcelona in March
- long sleeves and a warm layer
- a medium jacket
- a packable rain layer
Humidity averages 75%; max daily wind around 21 km/h.
How March compares
Best months in Barcelona: April–July & September–November. See the full best time to visit Barcelona guide.
Barcelona in March: the details
In March, Barcelona sees average daytime highs of 16°C (61°F) and overnight lows of 8°C (47°F). Rainfall totals roughly 43 mm across 6.5 rainy days, and the sun shines about 9.6 hours per day with 11.7 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 75%.
In context: March is the 9th-warmest month and the 8th-wettest in Barcelona. The sunniest month is July (13.5 h/day).
| Metric | March average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 16°C / 61°F |
| Overnight low | 8°C / 47°F |
| Rainfall | 43 mm over 6.5 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 9.6 h/day (11.7 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 75% |
| Travel score | 9.1 / 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 March?
Daytime highs in Barcelona in March average 16°C (61°F); nights drop to about 8°C.
Does it rain in Barcelona in March?
Expect around 6.5 rainy days and 43 mm of rainfall in March.
Is March a good time to visit Barcelona?
March is one of the best months to visit Barcelona. Overall travel score: 9.1/10. The best months are April–July & September–November.
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