🇬🇧 London vs 🇪🇸 Barcelona

Weather Comparison

Current Weather Right Now

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London

broken clouds

58°F

Broken Clouds

Feels like 56°F

H 60°F / L 55°F

Humidity: 66%

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Barcelona

clear sky

70°F

Clear Sky

Feels like 69°F

H 76°F / L 67°F

Humidity: 37%

Climate Overview

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London

Temperate oceanic — mild, cloudy, and notoriously changeable year-round

Best monthsJune, July, August, September
AvoidNovember, December, January
Annual rain23 inches (585 mm) — spread evenly year-round

London's weather is famously mild but grey. It rarely gets very hot or very cold, but expect cloud cover most of the year. Summer (June–August) brings the best sunshine and warmth. Rain falls year-round but rarely in heavy bursts.

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Barcelona

Mediterranean — hot dry summers, mild wet winters, abundant sunshine

Best monthsMay, June, September, October
AvoidJuly, August (peak heat and crowds)
Annual rain24 inches (614 mm)

Barcelona enjoys one of Europe's best climates. The Mediterranean moderates temperatures year-round. Summers are hot but sea breezes (the marinada) help coastal neighborhoods. The Collserola hills create cooler, breezier upper neighborhoods.

Seasonal Comparison

Season🇬🇧 London🇪🇸 Barcelona
Spring

45–61°F

March–May

52–70°F

March–May

Summer

63–73°F

June–August

73–86°F

June–August

Fall

49–61°F

September–November

60–77°F

September–November

Winter

38–46°F

December–February

46–57°F

December–February

London vs Barcelona: Frequently Asked Questions

Does London or Barcelona have better weather?

London and Barcelona have very different climates. Temperate oceanic — mild, cloudy, and notoriously changeable year-round Barcelona: Mediterranean — hot dry summers, mild wet winters, abundant sunshine. The best city depends on your preferred season and temperature range.

When is the best time to visit London vs Barcelona?

Best time for London: June, July, August, September. Best time for Barcelona: May, June, September, October.

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