April 18 is generally a great time to visit Barcelona. While there is a slight chance of rain (19%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 18°C weather. You'll enjoy Barcelona with reasonable crowd levels and competitive accommodation options. Note: April 18 is Good Friday in Barcelona, so expect special events, closures, and festive atmosphere.
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Essential Travel Info for Barcelona
Currency
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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 April 18
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 17.5°C. 19% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Barcelona in April
Based on historical data for April 18, Barcelona typically experiences temperatures between 10.3°C and 17.5°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (19% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Barcelona
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
Average High
17.5°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
10.3°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
17.5°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
19%
Avg 0.9mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
52%
Overcast
Pressure
1014.3 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 100% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30 recommended
06:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 19:00
Type I-II
🔴 19 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 29 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 48 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
13°C
Pleasant
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
❄️ Cold Water Hazard
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Holiday
Good Friday
Flight Traffic
Moderate
43/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~562
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Barcelona
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:08
☀️ Noon
12:51
🌇 Sunset
19:34
⏱️ Daylight
13h 26m
Wind Speed
17.2 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
10.5 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
75%
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
💰💰 Moderate
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 April 18 averages 17.5°C with a 19% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 93/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Barcelona Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
April 15
17.7°C • 14% rain
Score
99
April 24
18.5°C • 17% rain
Score
96
April 25
18.6°C • 16% rain
Score
96
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Barcelona Worth Visiting on April 18?
Planning a trip to Barcelona on April 18? 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 17.5°C with a 19% historical precipitation risk.
🎉 Local Event: The date coincides with Good Friday, which may influence local business hours and event availability.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 562 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 15.9°C (polar plunge). Wave conditions are generally fun waves with heights around 0.84m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest April 18 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 22.3°C in 2018, while the coldest dropped to 5.5°C in 2021.