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Averages for Barcelona in October

October is good time to visit Barcelona if you like the sunshine but want to avoid the intense heat of the preceding months. 

By October, although the days are still sunny and warm, the sweltering humidity of August has passed, so once again you are able to enjoy a warm and sunny climate.

The average daytime temperatures are around 21°C (that is about 70°F) whereas the average minimum temperatures drop down to 12°C (that is about 54°F). The average amount of sunshine predicted in October is 8 hours per day.

If the sea is one of the main attractions of Barcelona for you, the average sea temperature for October is 22°C. 

October is a perfect time to start exploring the outdoor activities and the cultural attractions that the city has to offer. Barcelona does have fair chances of rain and cloudy weather, though.

The average monthly precipitation is around 58 mm (that is about 3 inches). It can rain or drizzle for 10 days throughout the month.

There is no snow or fog expected, so you shouldn't have to worry about the weather taking an unexpected turn for the worse.

As always in Barcelona, there is a fantastic nightlife to be enjoyed in the city throughout the month. If you venture out in the evenings, be sure to take advantage of the restaurants, clubs and bars the city has to offer.

You can enjoy Festival de Tardor, which runs from October to November. The festival features theatre, music, dance and loads of exhibitions.

In mid October there is also a textile exhibition, so you can enjoy a wide range of cultural exhibitions through the month.