Barcelona in April
The weather in April
In April, Barcelona averages daytime highs of 19° and night-time lows of 11° — mild weather by day. Expect around 50 mm of precipitation spread over about 8 wet days, with average cloud cover near 31%.
Days are 2.1° warmer than in March on average, and May is warmer again by about 3.2°. The sea averages 14°, too cold for most swimmers.
April scores 81/100 — excellent conditions for sightseeing — and ranks 2nd of the twelve months for Barcelona.
Around the middle of the month the sun rises at 07:13 and sets at 20:31 local time, giving 13 h 19 min of daylight. Days lengthen by 76 minutes over the month.
Why 81/100?
How the score for April is builtBeach score this month: 26/100 (adds sea temperature and heat).
Comfort peaks for daytime highs between 18° and 25°C (64–77°F).
Festivals in Barcelona in April
- Món LlibreArts festivalBarcelona
Only the month is given: the exact dates change from year to year.
Around Barcelona this month
Spain's best in April
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Barcelona in April: quick answers
Is April a good time to visit Barcelona?
April scores 81/100 for Barcelona, which we rate as excellent. Average highs are 19°C with 8 wet days.
How warm is Barcelona in April?
Daytime highs average 19°C and night-time lows 11°C in April.
Does it rain a lot in Barcelona in April?
Barcelona receives about 50 mm of precipitation in April, falling on around 8 days.
Can you swim in Barcelona in April?
The sea averages 14°C in April, cold for most swimmers.