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Barcelona Weather in August, Spain

Barcelona Averages August

BARCELONA AVERAGES FOR AUGUST

  • What is Average Temperature?
    The average high temperature and the average low temperature for that month, on a daily basis, divided by 2 equals the average temperature for that month

    Temperature

    23°C
    74°F
  • What is Average High Low Temperature?
    The sum of high temperatures/low temperatures divided by the number of days in that month, recorded daily

    High Temperature

    28°C
    84°F
  • What is Average High Low Temperature?
    The sum of high temperatures/low temperatures divided by the number of days in that month, recorded daily

    Low Temperature

    21°C
    70°F
  • What is Average Day Temperature?
    The average temperature recorded between sunrise and sunset

    Day Temperature

    25°C
    79°F
  • What is Average Night Temperature?
    The average temperature recorded between sunset and sunrise

    Night Temperature

    25°C
    77°F
  • What is Average Sea Temperature?
    Average daily sea temperatures and divided by the number of days in the month. Sea Temperatures are taken from buoys, ships and even satellites can calculate sea temperature based on energy that is radiated from the sea's surface

    Sea Temperature

    26°C
    79°F
  • What are Average Daily Sunshine Hours?
    Total sunshine hours for the month, divided by the number of days in the month. Sunshine hours are taken with a sunshine recorder, either a Campbell-Stokes recorder or an Eppley Pyreheliometer

    Sunshine Hours

    9 hours
  • What is Average Rainfall?
    The amount of mm in rain for that month divided by the number of days, and the number of days that it rains during that month on average, over a given period of years

    Rainfall Days

    5 days
  • What is Average Rainfall?
    The amount of mm in rain for that month divided by the number of days, and the number of days that it rains during that month on average, over a given period of years

    Rainfall

    64 mm

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Barcelona Daily Averages August

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What's the weather like in Barcelona in August

August is the hottest month of the year in Barcelona and the heat rises to sweltering levels that can prove to be unbearable. It can also be very humid during this month, so the climate can be like a sauna.

Temperature 

The average daytime temperatures are around 28°C (that is about 82°F) whereas the average minimum temperatures drop down to 19°C (that is about 67°F). On average, the hottest day of the year is August 7th with an average high of 28°C and low of 20°C!

Excessive Heat

The number of tourist drops down considerably during this month due to the heat. However, this is actually one of the best times of the year to visit the city as Barcelona is relatively quiet and most of the main attractions are still open. Small businesses such as cafes and shops may be closed but it definitely won't affect your holiday.

The sunrays are very strong so you won't be able to enjoy sunbathing. With such an extreme climate, it is not a good month to visit Barcelona if you have any trouble with excessive heat.

Heat Waves

Heat waves can be quite common in Barcelona. The 2003 European heat wave was the hottest summer on record in Western Europe since at least 1540, which lasted from June until August. In Spain there were a total of 141 deaths caused by the heat wave, and various temperature records were broken in various cities across the country including Barcelona, Sevilla and Girona. The highest temperature recorded in Barcelona was a blistering 36°C!

Daylight Hours

Over the course of a typical August the length of day is starting to gradually decrease. From the start to the end of the month, the length of day decreases by a total of 1:12 hours. The shortest day of the month is actually August 31st, however, it still receives 13:09 hours of daylight, whilst the longest day is August 1st with 14:21 hours of daylight.

Rain

Precipitation is generally very low at this time of year. On average, it is expected for approximately 70mm of rainfall to occur, spread across a total of eight days. On average, precipitation is most likely around August 31st, at 31%, while precipitation is least likely around August 1st at 24%. The most common forms of precipitation at this time of year are short thunderstorms and moderate rain.

Cloud Coverage

The sky is also very clear during August. The median cloud cover generally ranges from a mostly clear 32% to 38%. However, it is likely for the sky to become cloudier, increasing by 6% from the start to the end of the month.

Humidity

It can get rather humid in Barcelona during August. The relative humidity typically fluctuates between a mildly humid 56% and a very humid 90%, rarely dropping below 43% or reaching as high as 99%. The air is usually driest around August 2nd, at which time the relative humidity can drop below 63% three days out of four. On the other hand the air is likely to be most humid around August 24th, where humidity levels can rise above 87% three days out of four.

Wind

Furthermore, throughout August, typical wind speeds vary from 0 m/s to a moderate 6 m/s, rarely ever exceeding 9 m/s. The highest average wind speed of 3 m/s is likely to occur around August 30th, at which time the average daily maximum wind speed is 6 m/s. At this time of year the wind is most often coming from the north, followed by the south west.

Average Sea Temperature

The average temperature of the sea during this month is 26°C. That's 2°C warmer compared to July and September, where on average the sea temperature stays around a positively warm 24°C. 

Barcelona Hotels in August

Avenida Palace

Avenida Palace is a luxurious four-star hotel situated in L'Eixample. This elegant and sophisticated hotel is located just a five-minutes' walk away from Plaza Catalunya, La Rambla and Paseo de Gracia. It also features soundproof and air-conditioned rooms as well as a Mediterranean and a la carte restaurant.

H10 Casanova

With a brand new plunge pool and fitness centre, H10 Casanova in Eixample is a perfect choice for those wanting hotel luxury and a central location. Enjoy drinks at the Sky bar, or just relax in your room featuring super comfortable beds and all the amenities needed for a perfect stay.

Olivia Plaza Hotel

The Olivia Plaza Hotel is another exclusive hotel ideal for honeymoons or romantic getaways. This modern and styligh hotel is situated in Ciutat Vella and overlooks Santa Ana Church and the city centre. This hotel offers a buffet brekast and modern restaurant which offers Mediterranean cuisine in the evenings. Olivia Plaza is also just 100m away from the main shopping street Las Ramblas, where you can find many restaurants, tapas bars, shops and even street performers.

Catalonia Ramblas Hotel

If you want a hotel with a swimming pool you may want to try the four-star Catalonia Ramblas. This hotel offers guests free Wi-Fi, air-conditioning and features a seasonal outdoor swimming pool which is open during the summer!

Hotel Oasis

If you're looking for a more affordable hotel you may want to stay at Hotel Oasis, also situated in Ciutat Vella. This hotel is located just 250m away from Franca Railway Station and features a café-bar which serves a range of hot drinks and cocktails throughout the day.

Barcelona Beaches in August

Barceloneta Beach

Barceloneta Beach is located between Sant Sebastia Beach and the Olympic Port. As the beach is right next to the city there are number of amenities here including public toilets, showers, bars, restaurants, hotels and much more.

La Nova Icaria

However, If you would like somewhere a bit more secluded head to La Nova Icaria, located next to Playa del Bogatell, found to the west of Barcelona. This is a quiet, golden sand beach, which is a popular choice for families. Due to its close proximity to the Port Olympic, it is surrounded by a number of restaurants and bars and sports facilities such as beach volleyball.

Llevant Beach

Llevant Beach is Barcelona's newest manmade beach which opened back in 2006. This beach offers a number of facilities including adapted showers, sun loungers, umbrellas, public toilets and ice cream kiosks.

Bogatell Beach

Bogatell is another popular beach situated in Barcelona. Bogatell Beach features a number of facilities such as bicycle parking areas, restaurants, beach volleyball, table tennis, showers and public toilets.

Bars and Restaurants in Barcelona in August

Tapas 24

Tapas 24 is one of the most popular tapas bars in Barcelona located in Dreta de L'Eixample. This place specializes in serving up flavorsome oxtail stews, fried prawns and cod croquettes. It is highly recommended to try the McFoie Burger with a bowl of patatas bravas or the Bikini, which is an interesting take on the ham and cheese toastie.

Tickets

On the other hand another tapas bar worth trying is Tickets situated down Avinguda del Paral-lel. This modern restaurant serves a variety of seafood dishes and tapas classics with a modern and innovative twist. There is also a bar serving classic cocktails called 41°. Even though this restaurant is run by a number of established chefs it is surprisingly cheap ranging from 4 to 12 Euros.

Be Cool

If you would rather party the night away Be Cool is one of the most popular nightclubs in Barcelona. Found tucked away in Avenida Diagonal, this trendy club is a particular favourite with the locals. One thing to look out for at this club is the revolving dance floor, and the pop, rock and indie nights found in the upstairs bar.

Mac Arena Mar Beach Club

As it can get very hot during August you should definitely head over to the Mac Arena Mar Beach Club, which is easily Barcelona's top summer club and also it's free! Sunday nights are actually the best time to visit this club as you are pretty much guaranteed to hear some of the finest underground house and techno DJs in the city.

Things to do in Barcelona in August

Barcelona Bus Turistic

Barcelona Bus Turistic is a great way to see most of Barcelona's major sights within a day. The sightseeing bus departs from a total of 44 spots dotted around the city and one ticket will last you for the whole day! This is a great way to explore the city where you will see a number of Barcelona's most famous attractions including FC Barcelona's Camp Nou, Park Guell, La Pedrera and of course the Sagrada Familia.

Guell Park

Guell Park or "Parque Guell" can be found on the hill of El Carmel in the Gracia district of Barcelona. This stunning garden complex was designed by the famous Catalan architect Antoni Guadi and took over 14 years to build. The park is renowned for its collection of multicolored mosaic works which can be found in the Municipal garden including one of the longest benches in the world.

Picasso Museum

Many of Barcelona's museums are still open in August, and they are often cool and air-conditioned. Whilst visiting Barcelona it is highly recommended to visit the 

Picasso Museum which houses one of the most extensive collections of artworks by the famous 20th century Spanish artist Pablo Picasso. This museum showcases artwork from the formative years of Picasso, revealed through over 4,000 works that make up a permanent collection. The museum also features a number of ever-changing exhibitions from other renowned contemporary artists.

Museu Nacional d'Art de la Catalunya

Another museum worth visiting is Museu Nacional d'Art de la Catalunya. This is the perfect place to spend a few hours if you are interested in art. The museum showcases a whole host of interesting collections of artwork from some of the world's most famous artists and sculptors and also boasts an ever-changing array of temporary exhibitions.

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