The month in detail
What to expect in December
In December, Barcelona sees 59°F during the day with 3.8h of sunshine per day. Rain risk remains low (14% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities.
December ranks 10 out of 12 months in Barcelona. Compared to November: −4°F daytime, 5 pts fewer rainy days, −0.7h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in December
UV index
2 · low
no protection needed
Feels like
dry air
6°
Sea
15°C
cold, for the brave
Daylight
9.0h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 33
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Is December the right month?
The best month in Barcelona is July (9.2/10), 4.7 pts higher than December.
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Plan your trip
Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a beach trip.
Country · Spain
🗣️LanguageSpanish
💶CurrencyEuro (€)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘModerate · 3/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate oceanic
📈Climate trend ⓘ+1.91°F/decade
🔥Hottest monthAugust · 84°F
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 57°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘSeptember · 28%
🏖️ Beach trip
📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
🛂VisaSchengen · 90 days
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Other destinations in December
If December doesn't convince you for this destination, compare with others.
Location
Where is Barcelona ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
🌍 World
🔍 Geographic context
SpainTemperate oceanic climate with a 9.2 → 4.4 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
41.39°N · 2.15°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Barcelona?
July is the best month with 82°F highs, 70°F lows, 9.6h of sunshine and 14.0% rainy days. The months of July & August offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Barcelona get in July?
Barcelona averages 9.6 sunshine hours per day in July. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.8/10.
What is the rainiest month in Barcelona?
January is the most unfavourable month with January has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Barcelona in July?
In July, overnight lows reach 70°F, while afternoon highs average 82°F.
Is Barcelona good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Barcelona scores 4.2/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains July with a score of 8.8/10.
When should you avoid Barcelona?
January is the most difficult month to visit Barcelona, with January has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Barcelona in December?
In December, the sea averages 59°F in Barcelona: cold, for the brave. Best left to hardened swimmers or those with a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Barcelona in December?
The average UV index reaches 2 in December in Barcelona (low), with about 9.0h of daylight. No protection needed.