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Barcelona in February: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Barcelona in February will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Barcelona, based on historical data.
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February

Weather in Barcelona in February 2025

Good Weather
Mild
☀️
Sunny
🌊
Cold water
Planning a trip to Barcelona in February? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +13°C and approximately 11 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 9 rainy days and 34 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+13°C
Avg. max. temperature
-1°C
Min.
+22°C
Max.
34 mm
Total precipitation
71%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
11 ☀️
Sunny Days
8 ⛅️
Cloudy
9 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Barcelona has good weather in February.

Average temperature in Barcelona in February

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Barcelona for February based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +20°C during the day to a minimum of +2°C during the night, the temperature in February averages around +14°C.

The average maximum temperature goes up 0% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +14°C to +14°C.

Is Barcelona warm or cold in February?

Barcelona is typically mild in February.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +13°C to +13°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +7°C to +7°C.

Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.

February is one of the coolest months in Barcelona, here is the comparison with other months:

Water temperature in Barcelona in February

Water in Barcelona in February is Cold. It varies from +12°C to +14°C, with an average of +13°C. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +13°C.

The water temperature in February is one of the coldest of the entire year:

The warmest water temperatures in Barcelona are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +24°C. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +13°C.

Can you swim in Barcelona in February?

We would not recommend swimming in Barcelona in February, the water is very cold (+13°C on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
🦭
Cold
Below +16°C
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
16°C - 21°C
🏊
Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
👙
Warm
25°C - 28°C
🔥
Very warm
+28°C and up
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.

Climate in Barcelona in February

Barcelona weather looks like this, on average, in February and the surrounding months.
JanuaryFebruaryMarch
Avg. temperature
+13°C+13°C+15°C
Min. temperature
-3°C-1°C+1°C
Max. temperature
+23°C+22°C+26°C
Rainfall
47 mm34 mm46 mm
Wind
3 m/s3 m/s3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+13°C+13°C+13°C
Humidity
71%71%71%
Air pressure
1018 HPa1017 HPa1016 HPa
Sunny days
141111
Cloudy days
789
Rainy days
9910
Snowy days
000

February weather is still as good as in January. The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +13°C for average maximum temperature during the day. As February arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 47 mm to 34 mm. Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 71%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during February, staying around 3 m/s. The days becoming less sunny, going from 14 sunny days in January to 11 in February.

March brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

Wind speed in Barcelona in February based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 10 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Barcelona is gradually increasing during February, going from 4 m/s to 6 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during February in Barcelona based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 25% chance of rain on an average day in February, with total rainfall of approximately 60 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 32 mm, which is moderate rain. On average, there are about 7 rainy days during February, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
Here’s how February is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Barcelona wettest month is October, where a typical day has a 35% chance of precipitation and 85 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 19% chance of precipitation and 28 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last February in Barcelona?

This is the weather in Barcelona in February 2023:
1 February
☀️
+14°C
2 February
☀️
+15°C
3 February
☀️
+17°C
4 February
☀️
+20°C
5 February
☀️
+16°C
6 February
🌧️
+11°C
7 February
🌧️
+11°C
8 February
🌧️
+11°C
9 February
☀️
+11°C
10 February
☀️
+12°C
11 February
☀️
+12°C
12 February
☀️
+13°C
13 February
☀️
+14°C
14 February
☀️
+14°C
15 February
☀️
+15°C
16 February
☀️
+14°C
17 February
☀️
+18°C
18 February
☀️
+18°C
19 February
☀️
+18°C
20 February
☀️
+16°C
21 February
☀️
+17°C
22 February
☀️
+15°C
23 February
☁️
+14°C
24 February
☀️
+13°C
25 February
☀️
+13°C
26 February
☀️
+12°C
27 February
🌧️
+8°C
28 February
☀️
+14°C
In February 2023 Barcelona had 23 sunny days, 1 cloudy days, and 4 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +14°C, with an absolute maximum of +20°C and a minimum of +8°C. The average humidity was 67%, with a maximum of 86% and a minimum of 29%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 14 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years

This is how Barcelona climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

The climate in Barcelona in February has not changed much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1984 (+18°C) and the highest in 2022 (+22°C). The driest year was 1990 with only 378 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2020 with 1436 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Barcelona in February:

Is February a good time to visit Barcelona?

February is a really good time to go to Barcelona. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Barcelona.

Can you sunbathe in Barcelona in February?

February has mild temperatures in Barcelona. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!

Can you swim in Barcelona in February?

Swimming in Barcelona in February is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.

Is Barcelona rainy in February?

Barcelona is usually dry in February. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.

Is it sunny in Barcelona in February?

The amount of sunny days in Barcelona during February varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.

Other cities in Spain

Check out the weather for other cities in Spain.

Monthly weather in Barcelona

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Barcelona, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.