PeruAverage weather for Barcelona in May
It's warm in May in Barcelona with an average temperature of 29°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 26°C to a high of 32°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 19°C and 22°C.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Barcelona with hot temps, averaging around 30°C during the day and nights around 22°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days in the early part of the month.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps stay steady at around 30°C, with nights around 21°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Barcelona is around 29°C, while nighttime temps are about 21°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
Because temperatures drop in the evening, wearing layers is recommended.
In May, there is an average of 100 mm of precipitation, spread over 16 days. The wind speed is around 2 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Barcelona in May |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
29°C | 22°C | |
 Max. temperature |
32°C | 28°C | |
| Min. temperature |
26°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
100 mm | 105 mm | |
| Rainy days |
16 days | 14 days | |
April
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is May a good time to visit Barcelona?
Looking for sun? May isn’t a good month to be in Barcelona. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Temperature records
With 35°C in 2022, Barcelona reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 19°C in 2014. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 12°C to a highest value of 24°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Barcelona
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in May for Barcelona, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in May in Barcelona
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Barcelona, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect about 16 days of precipitation in Barcelona.
Daily UV index in May in Barcelona
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Barcelona, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in May in Barcelona over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Barcelona, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in May in Barcelona over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Barcelona, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in May for Barcelona
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Average weather in Barcelona by month
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