At a glance
| Metric | Barcelona | Madrid |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month high | 29°C | 35°C |
| Coldest month low | 4°C | 1°C |
| Annual rainfall | 629 mm | 496 mm |
| Avg sunshine | 10.2 h/day | 10 h/day |
| Best months | April–July & September–November | April–May & September–October |
Travel score, month by month
| Month | Barcelona | Madrid | Better weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7.7 · Good | 5.6 · Fair | Barcelona |
| February | 9.1 · Excellent | 8.6 · Excellent | Barcelona |
| March | 9.1 · Excellent | 8.8 · Excellent | Barcelona |
| April | 9.4 · Excellent | 9.4 · Excellent | — |
| May | 9.8 · Excellent | 10.0 · Excellent | Madrid |
| June | 10.0 · Excellent | 8.6 · Excellent | Barcelona |
| July | 9.2 · Excellent | 5.1 · Fair | Barcelona |
| August | 8.5 · Excellent | 5.7 · Fair | Barcelona |
| September | 9.2 · Excellent | 9.9 · Excellent | Madrid |
| October | 9.5 · Excellent | 9.3 · Excellent | Barcelona |
| November | 9.4 · Excellent | 7.5 · Good | Barcelona |
| December | 8.7 · Excellent | 5.4 · Fair | Barcelona |
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Frequently asked questions
Which has better weather, Barcelona or Madrid?
Barcelona has the better travel weather in 9 of 12 months, versus 2 for Madrid — based on temperature, rainfall and sunshine.
When is the best time to visit Barcelona?
The best months to visit Barcelona are April–July & September–November, based on six years of climate data.
When is the best time to visit Madrid?
The best months to visit Madrid are April–May & September–October, based on six years of climate data.
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