What is the weather like in Barcelona in February?

Expect temperatures between 6°C and 14°C with 14% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Barcelona in February?

Barcelona in February scores 67/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Solid choice for most travelers.

Who should visit Barcelona in February?

February in Barcelona is ideal for: Photographers, Cultural tourists, Honeymoon couples, Business travelers.

Barcelona Weather in February | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

14°C

Hottest around day 21

Avg Low

6°C

Coolest around day 3

Rainy Days

0days

14% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Winter season

Sea Temperature in February

Mediterranean Sea(Mar Mediterráneo)

13.5°C

Monthly Average

Water Feel

🥶Polar Plunge

Consider a wetsuit for extended swimming

Swim Rating

❄️Cold water hazard

Based on average sea surface temperature

Body of Water

Mediterranean Sea

Mar Mediterráneo

Barcelona coastline

Essential Travel Info for Barcelona

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Currency

EUR

€ Euro

Language

Spanish

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Driving

Right side

Connect

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Safety

High Safety

GPI: 1.603

Travel Intelligence

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Flight Connectivity Analysis

Airport traffic data & seasonal patterns

Major Hub

100/ 100

Traffic Index

Extremely busy airport

Peak Daily Arrivals

slots per day

Peak

Dec

Low

Jan

Monthly Traffic Distribution

344

Jan

459

Feb

464

Mar

562

Apr

585

May

726

Jun

1163

Jul

1206

Aug

1280

Sep

1188

Oct

1001

Nov

1296

Dec

Traffic Level

Low Season

Key Connections

Madrid Adolfo Suárez –Barajas (MAD)

Palma De Mallorca (PMI)

Rome Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino (FCO)

Milan Malpensa (MXP)

Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS)

Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

7 Recommendations

COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Hepatitis A

Consider hepatitis A vaccination for most travelers. It is recommended for travelers who will be doing higher risk activities, such as visiting smaller cities, villages, or rural areas where a traveler might get infected through food or water. It is recommended for travelers who plan on eating street food.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Spain. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Spain.

Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.

Polio

In Spain poliovirus has been identified in the past year.Travelers to Spain are at increased risk of exposure to poliovirus.Vaccine recommendations: Adults traveling to Spain who received a complete polio vaccination series as children may receive a single lifetime booster dose of inactivated polio vaccine; travelers who are unvaccinated or not fully vaccinated should receive a complete polio vaccination series before travel. Children who are not fully vaccinated will be considered for anaccelerated vaccination schedule.

Rabies

Dogs infected with rabies are not commonly found in Spain.If rabies exposures occur while in Spain, rabies vaccines are typically available throughout most of the country.Rabies pre-exposure vaccination considerations include whether travelers 1) will be performing occupational or recreational activities that increase risk for exposure to potentially rabid animals and 2) might have difficulty getting prompt access to safe post-exposure prophylaxis.Please consult with a healthcare provider to determine whether you should receive pre-exposure vaccination before travel.For more information, seecountry rabies status assessments.

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Source: CDC Travelers' Health

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Is February a Good Time to Visit Barcelona?

👍Solid choice for most travelers(67/100)

Short Answer

Barcelona in February features 13.5°C seas - too cold for swimming but stunning for coastal walks. Air temperatures average 14°C with 14% rain probability.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Excellent dry conditions

Only 14% rain probability - ideal for outdoor activities

Cold sea - swimming challenging

13.5°C sea temperature - Polar Plunge

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Leishmaniasis, Hantavirus

Plenty of sunshine

8.3h of sunshine daily

Shoulder season - balanced conditions

35% of peak - good value with moderate crowds

Good For

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Photographers
8.3h sunshine, 51% clear skies for golden hour shots
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Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
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Honeymoon couples
Wedding score 94/100 with romantic weather conditions
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Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather

Who Should Avoid

🏖️
Beach lovers
Sea temperature only 13.5°C - too cold for comfortable swimming
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Elderly travelers
76% humidity creates difficult conditions

Historical Insight

2004 was unusually cold: Average of 7°C, 8.2°C below normal

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Barcelona in February averages 14°C with 14% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Barcelona in February

What are the temperatures in Barcelona in February?

Daytime highs average 14°C, nights drop to 6°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Barcelona in February?

Expect around 0 days with measurable rainfall. Rain is unlikely to disrupt plans.

What to wear in Barcelona in February?

Layers are key. A medium-weight jacket and closed-toe shoes.

Is February peak season in Barcelona?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.

Barcelona Weather in February