Barcelona weather in January (Catalonia, Spain)

What can you expect from the weather in Barcelona during January? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In January, Barcelona generally has moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. January falls within the winter season. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 14°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 7°C. This time of year is characterized by the most temperate climate of all the months.

Barcelona in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 46 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 13 days.

The city usually sees around 148 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Barcelona. May, June, July, August, September and October typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Barcelona climate page with graphs.

 

Barcelona, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 7°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 14°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 13°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 43%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 46 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 13 days  
HumidityHumidity 73%  
WindspeedWindspeed 7 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 148 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Spain in January

Find out more about the weather in Spain in January and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Barcelona in January?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. With a water temperature of around 13°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in January.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
5/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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