At a glance
| Metric | Barcelona | Málaga |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month high | 29°C | 32°C |
| Coldest month low | 4°C | 9°C |
| Annual rainfall | 629 mm | 413 mm |
| Avg sunshine | 10.2 h/day | 10.6 h/day |
| Best months | April–July & September–November | September–June |
Travel score, month by month
| Month | Barcelona | Málaga | Better weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7.7 · Good | 9.5 · Excellent | Málaga |
| February | 9.1 · Excellent | 10.0 · Excellent | Málaga |
| March | 9.1 · Excellent | 9.3 · Excellent | Málaga |
| April | 9.4 · Excellent | 9.7 · Excellent | Málaga |
| May | 9.8 · Excellent | 10.0 · Excellent | Málaga |
| June | 10.0 · Excellent | 9.7 · Excellent | Barcelona |
| July | 9.2 · Excellent | 7.9 · Good | Barcelona |
| August | 8.5 · Excellent | 7.4 · Good | Barcelona |
| September | 9.2 · Excellent | 9.7 · Excellent | Málaga |
| October | 9.5 · Excellent | 10.0 · Excellent | Málaga |
| November | 9.4 · Excellent | 10.0 · Excellent | Málaga |
| December | 8.7 · Excellent | 10.0 · Excellent | Málaga |
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Frequently asked questions
Which has better weather, Barcelona or Málaga?
Málaga has the better travel weather in 9 of 12 months, versus 3 for Barcelona — 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 Málaga?
The best months to visit Málaga are September–June, based on six years of climate data.
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