Spain Barcelona Weather in July — Climate Guide
July in Barcelona is Hot
July is Hot for Barcelona.
Peak heat + peak crowds. 29°C/20°C, sea 23°C — full beach season. Sagrada Família queues 2+ hours without booking; Park Güell sells out 3+ days ahead. **Grec Festival** runs through July with outdoor performances at Greek Theater on Montjuïc. Many Catalans leave for August holidays — restaurants close late July through August.
Travel score
Barcelona July Weather Stats
Avg High
29°C
Avg Low
20°C
Rainy Days
3
21mm total
Sunshine
10.5h
Daily avg
Humidity
70%
Warm humid
UV Index
9
Very high
Wind
11 km/h
Gusts 22
Sea Temp
23°C
Avg water temp
Crowds
Very busy
At attractions
July Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
24 μg/m³
PM10
36 μg/m³
Status
Moderate
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
30°C
Nighttime
20°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
11 km/h
Max gust 22 km/h
Activities Recommended for July
July Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Peak beach season (sea 23°C)
- Grec Festival outdoor performances
- Sun until 21:00 — long evenings
Cons
- Heat + crowds at peak
- Many restaurants close late July
- Hotel prices at yearly max
- Sagrada queues 2+ hours
July Events & Festivals
- Grec Festival (July, theatre + dance)
- Festa Major de Gràcia (mid-Aug, prep begins)
- Festes del Carme (mid-July, Sitges)
Barcelona in July — Full Picture
Peak heat + peak crowds. 29°C/20°C, sea 23°C — full beach season. Sagrada Família queues 2+ hours without booking; Park Güell sells out 3+ days ahead. **Grec Festival** runs through July with outdoor performances at Greek Theater on Montjuïc. Many Catalans leave for August holidays — restaurants close late July through August.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Hot — t-shirts, shorts, swimsuit. Light cardigan only for restaurant AC. Sunscreen SPF 50, hat, sunglasses essential. AC-equipped hotels mandatory.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
18.7°C
10°C
5.7/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
Current28°C
19.3°C
3.7/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
21.7°C
13.7°C
5.3/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
14.3°C
5.7°C
5/mo
Barcelona Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14° | 5° | 5d·41mm | 5h | 70% | 2 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 15° | 6° | 5d·39mm | 6h | 70% | 3 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 16° | 8° | 5d·36mm | 6h | 69% | 4 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 18° | 9° | 6d·47mm | 7h | 70% | 5 | Moderate | Peak | |
| May (Best) | 22° | 13° | 6d·47mm | 8h | 71% | 7 | Busy | Peak |
| June (Best) | 26° | 17° | 4d·30mm | 9.5h | 70% | 9 | Busy | Peak |
| 29° | 20° | 3d·21mm | 10.5h | 70% | 9 | Very busy | Peak | |
| 29° | 21° | 4d·49mm | 9h | 71% | 8 | Very busy | Peak | |
| September (Best) | 26° | 18° | 5d·60mm | 7.5h | 71% | 6 | Busy | Peak |
| 22° | 14° | 6d·87mm | 6h | 72% | 4 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 17° | 9° | 5d·53mm | 5h | 72% | 2 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 14° | 6° | 5d·41mm | 4.5h | 71% | 1 | Busy | Peak |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is July a good time to visit Barcelona?
Barcelona in July is Hot. Tourist crowds are very busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Barcelona in July?
Barcelona July averages a high of 29°C and a low of 20°C.
Does it rain much in Barcelona in July?
Barcelona July averages 21mm of rainfall over about 3 rainy days.
What should I wear in Barcelona in July?
Hot — t-shirts, shorts, swimsuit. Light cardigan only for restaurant AC. Sunscreen SPF 50, hat, sunglasses essential. AC-equipped hotels mandatory.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Barcelona in July?
Barcelona July sunrise is 06:30 and sunset is 21:25, with 14h 55m of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Barcelona in July?
Barcelona July air quality (AQI) averages 55, rated Moderate. PM2.5 averages 24μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Barcelona in July?
In July, Barcelona is great for Beach (Bogatell, Nova Icària), Grec Festival, Costa Brava day trip.
Is July peak season in Barcelona?
Barcelona July crowds are very busy and prices are peak. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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