May 23 is statistically one of the best days of the year in Barcelona. With minimal rain risk (14%) and pleasant highs of 22°C, it's ideal for outdoor adventures. It's a great middle-ground for visiting Barcelona—enough activity to feel the pulse, but no overwhelming lines.
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Essential Travel Info for Barcelona
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Language
Spanish
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Driving
Right side
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Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.603
Barcelona Weather Forecast for May 23
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 21.5°C. 14% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Barcelona in May
Based on historical data for May 23, Barcelona typically experiences temperatures between 14.4°C and 21.5°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (14% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Barcelona
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
Average High
21.5°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
14.4°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
21.8°C
☀️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
14%
Avg 0.6mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
47%
Overcast
Pressure
1016.7 hPa
Medium volatility
Barcelona Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 92% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30 recommended
05:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 20:00
Type I-II
🔴 14 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 21 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 35 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
17.1°C
Noticeable
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😊 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
⚠️ Mixed Conditions
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Spain
Flight Traffic
Moderate
45/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~585
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Barcelona
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
05:27
☀️ Noon
12:49
🌇 Sunset
20:11
⏱️ Daylight
14h 44m
Wind Speed
16.2 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
12.2 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
76%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Barcelona
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Barcelona on May 23 averages 21.5°C with a 14% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 100/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Barcelona Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
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Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Barcelona Worth Visiting on May 23?
Planning a trip to Barcelona on May 23? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 21.5°C with a 14% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 585 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating peak tourist activity.
💉 Health Advisory: 7 vaccinations are recommended for Spain, including COVID-19.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 19.1°C (refreshing tonic). Wave conditions are generally fun waves with heights around 0.61m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest May 23 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 25.7°C in 2017, while the coldest dropped to 11.6°C in 2019.