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Catalonia weather in August

Considering a trip to Catalonia this August and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What is the weather like in Catalonia in August?

Catalonia is a region in Spain. Catalonia offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In August, one might encounter temperatures that range from pleasant to very warm, and precipitation levels ranging from low to high. August is a summer month.

During the day the temperature is pleasant in Arrós at 21°C and very warm in Alcarraz at 34°C. As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 20°C in Alcarraz and 10°C in Arrós. In Catalonia, August typically stands out as the hottest month of the year. If you're planning a visit during this time, it would be wise to come prepared. Packing light and breathable summer cloths will ensure you stay comfortable throughout your stay.

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Cadaqués with an average of 16 mm to high rainfall in Olot with 137 mm. Meanwhile, Barcelona enjoys approximately 282 hours of sunshine, offering a mostly sunny climate that adds a pleasant and vibrant feel to the month.

For a closer look at August's conditions in Catalonia, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Catalonia's yearly weather, check out our Catalonia climate page.

Where to go in Catalonia in August

Find more information for the most popular destinations in the Catalonia on the map below. Click on a destination dot for more detailes.

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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).

Popular destinations

What is the weather like in August for the 5 most popular destinations in Catalonia?

Barcelona

In August Barcelona generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

Barcelona
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<<   July July
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27°C 
21°C 
311 hours 
27 mm 
5 days 
28°C 
21°C 
282 hours 
45 mm 
8 days 
25°C 
19°C 
218 hours 
89 mm 
9 days 
Climate in Barcelona

Salou

In August Salou generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

Salou
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<<   July July
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29°C 
21°C 
307 hours 
21 mm 
5 days 
30°C 
22°C 
264 hours 
44 mm 
7 days 
26°C 
19°C 
203 hours 
79 mm 
8 days 
Climate in Salou

Lloret de Mar

In August Lloret de Mar generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

Lloret de Mar
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<<   July July
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29°C 
20°C 
287 hours 
32 mm 
6 days 
29°C 
21°C 
262 hours 
40 mm 
9 days 
26°C 
17°C 
197 hours 
81 mm 
9 days 
Climate in Lloret de Mar

Sitges

In August Sitges generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

Sitges
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<<   July July
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27°C 
21°C 
311 hours 
30 mm 
5 days 
28°C 
22°C 
282 hours 
51 mm 
8 days 
25°C 
19°C 
218 hours 
98 mm 
9 days 
Climate in Sitges

Roses

In August Roses generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

Roses
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<<   July July
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27°C 
21°C 
287 hours 
16 mm 
6 days 
27°C 
21°C 
262 hours 
19 mm 
8 days 
24°C 
18°C 
197 hours 
64 mm 
8 days 
Climate in Roses

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Catalonia, in Spain.

Is August the best time to visit Catalonia?

We believe that August is one of the best times to visit Catalonia with overall perfect weather in Barcelona. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Catalonia is in May, June, July, August, September and October with generally perfect weather in Barcelona. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have tolerable weather conditions.

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