SpainThe weather in January in Barcelona
It's cool in January in Barcelona with an average temperature of 14°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 12°C to a high of 16°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 4°C and 7°C.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in January for Barcelona, Spain. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 23°C in 2018, Barcelona reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 5°C in 2023. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -3°C to a highest value of 16°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Barcelona is 15°C this month. This is probably too cold to swim without protective gear.
Rainfall amount
In January, there is an average of 46 mm of precipitation, spread over 7 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the West.
Daily weather in January for Barcelona
Click on any day in January to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Barcelona. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
January weather comparison
| Barcelona | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 14°C | 5°C |
| Max. temperature | 16°C | 11°C |
| Min. temperature | 4°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 46 mm | 97 mm |
| Rainy days | 7 days | 12 days |
Start of January
The month of January starts in Barcelona with cool temps, averaging around 15°C during the day and nights around 6°C.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps drop to around 14°C, with nights around 5°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Barcelona is around 15°C, while nighttime temps are about 6°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 5 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in January in Barcelona, Spain. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in January in Barcelona
Temperature in January in Barcelona over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in January in Barcelona, Spain. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in January in Barcelona
Total precipitation in January in Barcelona over the years
Daily UV index in January in Barcelona
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January 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.
Weather experiences in January in Barcelona
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Many sunny days with cool evenings. During my visit, it only rained once. Be sure to bring a jacket or sweater as it can be cold!— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in Barcelona by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Barcelona. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.