April weather forecast
Barcelona, Spain

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The artistic Park Gull designed by Gaudi in Barcelona, Spain
The artistic Park Gull designed by Gaudi in Barcelona, Spain

Weather in April

April weather in Barcelona, a bit warmer compared to March, boasts an average high of 17.3°C (63.1°F) and an average low of 11.3°C (52.3°F). The climate undergoes a significant transformation with a spurt in rainfall, reaching 50mm (1.97") across 12.8 days. As spring delves deeper, you can expect unpredictable weather patterns, with rain showers interspersed with sunny days. Additionally, despite the increase in rainfall, there is also an increase in sunshine, highlighting the unpredictable but pleasant nature of spring. This time of the year is when the city unfolds its fresh, green, and vibrant side, owing to the fresh showers and increasing warmth.

Temperature

At the start of April, Barcelona's average high-temperature reaches a comfortable 17.3°C (63.1°F), subtly different from the preceding month. Barcelona experiences an average temperature drop to a cool 11.3°C (52.3°F) during April nights.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are April and October, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

Rainfall

In Barcelona, in April, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 50mm (1.97") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 117.9 rainfall days, and 435mm (17.13") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

March through August, October through December are months without snowfall.

Sea temperature

In Barcelona, Spain, the average seawater temperature in April is 14.9°C (58.8°F).
Note: With the appropriate swimsuit, one can swim in 14.9°C (58.8°F) even if temperatures dip below 10°C (50°F); otherwise, be ready for cold shock and breath issues. A fleeting swim around 13°C (55.4°F) is distressing.

Daylight

In Barcelona, the average length of the day in April is 13h and 20min.
On the first day of April in Barcelona, sunrise is at 07:33 and sunset at 20:16. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:48 and sunset at 20:47 CEST.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 8.7h.

UV index

In Barcelona, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 4 during April translates into the following directions:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average April temperature in Barcelona?

April temperatures in Barcelona vary between a high-temperature of 17.3°C (63.1°F) and a low-temperature of 11.3°C (52.3°F).

What are the most humid months in Barcelona?

The months with the highest humidity in Barcelona, Spain, are April and October, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

What is the average humidity in April in Barcelona?

In Barcelona, the average relative humidity in April is 72%.

How many days does it rain in April in Barcelona?

In April, in Barcelona, the rain falls for 12.8 days. Throughout April, 50mm (1.97") of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Barcelona?

March through August, October through December are months without snowfall.

How cold is the water in April in Barcelona?

In Barcelona, the average seawater temperature in April is 14.9°C (58.8°F). Swimming in 14.9°C (58.8°F) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 10°C (50°F) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

How many hours of daylight does Barcelona have in April?

The average day length in April in Barcelona, Spain, is 13h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in April in Barcelona?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:33 and sunset at 20:16. On the last day of the month, in Barcelona, Spain, sunrise is at 06:48 and sunset at 20:47 CEST.

How many hours of sunshine does Barcelona have in April?

The average sunshine duration in April is 8.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in April in Barcelona?

In Barcelona, Spain, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Barcelona, Spain

Average temperature in April - Barcelona, Spain
  • Average high temperature in April: 17.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (27.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (12.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in April: 11.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (22.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (7.1°C).

Average pressure in April
Barcelona, Spain

Average pressure in April - Barcelona, Spain
  • Average pressure in April: 1014.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1020.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1014.7mbar).

Average wind speed in April
Barcelona, Spain

Average wind speed in April - Barcelona, Spain
  • Average wind speed in April: 11.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (12.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.3km/h).

Average humidity in April
Barcelona, Spain

Average humidity in April - Barcelona, Spain
  • Average humidity in April: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are April and October (72%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are February, June and November (68%).

Average rainfall in April
Barcelona, Spain

Average rainfall in April - Barcelona, Spain
  • Average rainfall in April: 50mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (73mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (16mm).

Average rainfall days in April
Barcelona, Spain

Average rainfall days in April - Barcelona, Spain
  • Average rainfall days in April: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (6.4 days).

Average snowfall in April
Barcelona, Spain

Average snowfall in April - Barcelona, Spain
  • Average snowfall in April: 0mm

The months with the highest snowfall are January, February and September (1mm).
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in April
Barcelona, Spain

Average snowfall days in April - Barcelona, Spain
  • Average snowfall days in April: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (0 days).

Average sea temperature in April
Barcelona, Spain

Average sea temperature in April - Barcelona, Spain
  • Average sea temperature in April: 14.9°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (25.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (13.1°C).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Barcelona, Spain

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Barcelona, Spain
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 8h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in April
Barcelona, Spain

Average sunshine days in April - Barcelona, Spain
  • Average sunshine days in April: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (12.3 days).

Average UV index in April
Barcelona, Spain

Average UV index in April - Barcelona, Spain
  • Average UV index in April: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in April
Barcelona, Spain

Average cloud cover in April - Barcelona, Spain
  • Average cloud cover in April: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 31).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in April
Barcelona, Spain

Average visibility in April - Barcelona, Spain
  • Average visibility in April: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

Barcelona, Spain

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