August Rainfall and Precipitation in Spain
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Best Places to Visit in Spain in August
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Monthly precipitation
0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet
Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in August: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.
Spain precipitation in August: frequently asked questions
How much rainfall does Spain receive in August?
In August, Barcelona typically receives modest rainfall, around 45 mm (1.8 in), making this a relatively dry month.
How many days does it rain in Spain in August?
Expect around 8 days rainy days in Barcelona during August.
Is August part of the rainy season in Spain?
Not really. August is outside the wettest stretch of the year in Spain.
What is the wettest city in August in Spain?
Olot is the wettest city in Spain in August according to our database, with average rainfall of around 137 mm (5.4 in).
What is the driest city in August in Spain?
In our records, Costa Calma stands out as the driest city in Spain for August, averaging just 0.9 mm (0.04 in).
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