At a glance
| Metric | Barcelona | Paris |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month high | 29°C | 25°C |
| Coldest month low | 4°C | 2°C |
| Annual rainfall | 629 mm | 829 mm |
| Avg sunshine | 10.2 h/day | 8 h/day |
| Best months | April–July & September–November | July–September |
Travel score, month by month
| Month | Barcelona | Paris | Better weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7.7 · Good | 2.1 · Challenging | Barcelona |
| February | 9.1 · Excellent | 4.4 · Poor | Barcelona |
| March | 9.1 · Excellent | 5.2 · Fair | Barcelona |
| April | 9.4 · Excellent | 8.0 · Good | Barcelona |
| May | 9.8 · Excellent | 8.7 · Excellent | Barcelona |
| June | 10.0 · Excellent | 8.8 · Excellent | Barcelona |
| July | 9.2 · Excellent | 9.7 · Excellent | Paris |
| August | 8.5 · Excellent | 9.1 · Excellent | Paris |
| September | 9.2 · Excellent | 9.2 · Excellent | — |
| October | 9.5 · Excellent | 7.1 · Good | Barcelona |
| November | 9.4 · Excellent | 4.1 · Poor | Barcelona |
| December | 8.7 · Excellent | 1.9 · Challenging | Barcelona |
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Frequently asked questions
Which has better weather, Barcelona or Paris?
Barcelona has the better travel weather in 9 of 12 months, versus 2 for Paris — 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 Paris?
The best months to visit Paris are July–September, based on six years of climate data.
Where should you go next month?
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