January 16 is statistically one of the best days of the year in Barcelona. With minimal rain risk (8%) and pleasant highs of 13°C, it's ideal for outdoor adventures. Lower tourist interest in Barcelona right now translates to better deals and a more local feel.
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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 January 16
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 13.1°C. 8% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Barcelona in January
Based on historical data for January 16, Barcelona typically experiences temperatures between 5.4°C and 13.1°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (8% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Barcelona
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
Average High
13.1°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
5.4°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
12.6°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
8%
Avg 0.4mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
48%
Overcast
Pressure
1020 hPa
High volatility
Barcelona Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 98% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 200 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 300 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 500 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
8.6°C
Dry air
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
Business Day
Standard hours in Spain
Flight Traffic
Quiet
27/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~344
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Barcelona
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
08:15
☀️ Noon
13:02
🌇 Sunset
17:48
⏱️ Daylight
9h 32m
Wind Speed
13.7 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
7.4 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
74%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Barcelona
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟢 Moderate
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Rapid pressure changes detected. High risk for meteosensitive people.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Fish are active due to pressure changes.
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 January 16 averages 13.1°C with a 8% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 90/100."
— 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 January 16?
Planning a trip to Barcelona on January 16? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 13.1°C with a 8% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 344 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 14.1°C (polar plunge). Wave conditions are generally surfers only with heights around 1.4m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest January 16 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 17.7°C in 2024, while the coldest dropped to -0.2°C in 2022.