Weather · January

Barcelona weather in January

Temperature, rain, what to pack and what to know

Barcelona

January in Barcelona: changeable weather. Roughly 9h 21m of daylight, with light from about 07:11 to 16:32. January isn't peak season in Barcelona. The upside: quiet and cheaper. The downside: weather that needs flexibility.

The weather in detail

Barcelona in January

Average temp—
Rain this month—
Daylight9.3 h
Sun07:11–16:32
Seasonshoulder
What to do

Barcelona in January — what works

Match the plan to the forecast — a mix of indoor sights and outdoor time keeps it flexible.

What to pack: Check the forecast close to your trip and pack layers accordingly.

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Questions & answers

Barcelona in January — FAQ

Does it snow in Barcelona in January?
No. Temperatures are well above freezing.
How many hours of daylight in Barcelona in January?
About 9h 21m of daylight. The sun rises around 07:11 and sets around 16:32. Plan sightseeing around the light.
Is January a good time to visit Barcelona?
January isn't peak season in Barcelona. The upside: quiet and cheaper. The downside: weather that needs flexibility.
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Plan the trip

Barcelona — flights & hotels

Check prices for your dates. Booking early is well below the last-minute price.

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About this page

Written and checked by the Around the World team. We compare prices across the major providers, cross-check official sources, and update when something changes. We have no stake in any one provider — links are affiliate links, and the price is the same for you.

Sources: Climate: Open-Meteo 1991–2020 · Daylight: astronomical calculation