01Weather
Barcelona weather in April
Afternoons in April average 18.8 °C (66 °F) and nights cool to 11.3 °C (52 °F). The month brings about 50 mm (2.0 in) of rain spread over roughly 6 days. Compared with March it is 1.9 °C warmer; May is 3.4 °C warmer again.
What the averages hide
| In a typical April | Value | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Warm afternoons (90th percentile) | 22 °C / 71 °F | one day in ten is at least this warm |
| Cool afternoons (10th percentile) | 16 °C / 60 °F | one day in ten stays below this |
| Cold nights (10th percentile) | 8 °C / 47 °F | one night in ten is colder than this |
| Days above 30 °C (86 °F) | 0.0 | per month, average 2016–2025 |
| Nights at or below 0 °C (32 °F) | 0.0 | frost mornings per month |
| Chance of rain on any given day | 19 % | at least 1 mm |
| Hottest / coldest April day 2016–2025 | 25.5 °C / 3.6 °C | extremes in the ten-year record |
02Daylight
Sunrise, sunset and the length of the day
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 April | 07:34 | 20:16 | 12.7 h |
| 15 April | 07:11 | 20:31 | 13.3 h |
| 30 April | 06:49 | 20:47 | 14.0 h |
Daylight grows by about 78 minutes over the month. Times are local (Europe/Madrid).
03Crowds
How busy Barcelona is in April
busy The main sights are busy in April. What drives it:
- Easter
- Sant Jordi on 23 April
- cruise season begins
04Public holidays
Public holidays in April 2027
No public holidays in Spain fall in April, so shops and museums keep normal hours all month.
05Events
What's on in Barcelona in April
Every year in April
| Event | When | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sant Jordi | 23 April, books and roses on every street | tradition |
07Packing
What to pack for Barcelona in April
- layers: t-shirt plus a light jacket for evenings
- comfortable walking shoes
- a compact umbrella for occasional showers
08Editor's notes
What the numbers don't tell you
April is mild and lively, with afternoons around 19 °C, Sant Jordi on 23 April filling the streets with book stalls and roses, the Catalan Valentine's Day, Easter processions if it falls in April and the first cruise ships. Showers are possible but brief, on about six days. It is one of the best months for the Gaudí sites before summer queues, if you book a week ahead.
The Feria de Abril de Catalunya brings Andalusian flamenco and casetas to the Fòrum at the end of the month. Hotel rates rise over Easter and ease afterwards. The beach bars begin to open at the end of April. Daylight passes thirteen and a half hours. For the warm, busy month with Primavera Sound and Labour Day, see May.
09Compare
Barcelona month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Sun h | Crowds | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15 °C | 6 °C | 4 | – | quiet | Good |
| February | 16 °C | 8 °C | 4 | – | quiet | Good |
| March | 17 °C | 9 °C | 4 | – | moderate | Good |
| April | 19 °C | 11 °C | 6 | – | busy | Excellent |
| May | 22 °C | 15 °C | 4 | – | busy | Excellent |
| June | 27 °C | 20 °C | 3 | – | very busy | Good |
| July | 29 °C | 22 °C | 2 | – | very busy | Good |
| August | 30 °C | 23 °C | 4 | – | very busy | Mixed |
| September | 27 °C | 19 °C | 6 | – | busy | Excellent |
| October | 23 °C | 16 °C | 6 | – | busy | Excellent |
| November | 19 °C | 10 °C | 5 | – | moderate | Excellent |
| December | 16 °C | 7 °C | 3 | – | moderate | Good |
Not sure about April? See the best time to visit Barcelona.
10Elsewhere
April in nearby cities
| City | High | Rain days |
|---|---|---|
| Paris in April | 16 °C | 10 |
| Rome in April | 20 °C | 7 |
| Venice in April | 17 °C | 7 |
| Lisbon in April | 21 °C | 9 |
| London in April | 14 °C | 7 |
| Amsterdam in April | 14 °C | 7 |
11FAQ
Barcelona in April: your questions
Is April a good time to visit Barcelona?
April is one of the best months to visit Barcelona. Daytime highs average 19 °C (66 °F), rain falls on about 6 days, and hotel arrivals run above the yearly average, so the main sights are busy.
What is the weather like in Barcelona in April?
Expect mild days around 19 °C (66 °F) and nights near 11 °C (52 °F). One April in ten brings afternoons above 22 °C, and one in ten stays below 16 °C.
Does it rain a lot in Barcelona in April?
April brings about 50 mm (2.0 in) of rain over roughly 6 days, which is fairly dry by Barcelona standards. On any given day the chance of at least 1 mm of rain is 19 percent.
What should I wear in Barcelona in April?
Pack layers: t-shirt plus a light jacket for evenings, comfortable walking shoes, a compact umbrella for occasional showers.
Is Barcelona crowded in April?
The main sights are busy in April. Main drivers: Easter; Sant Jordi on 23 April; cruise season begins.
What time does it get dark in Barcelona in April?
Around the middle of April the sun sets at about 20:31 and rises at 07:11, giving 13.3 hours of daylight.