01Weather
Barcelona weather in January
Afternoons in January average 14.7 °C (58 °F) and nights cool to 6.0 °C (43 °F). The month brings about 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain spread over roughly 4 days. Compared with December it is 1.1 °C cooler; February is 0.9 °C warmer again.
What the averages hide
| In a typical January | Value | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Warm afternoons (90th percentile) | 18 °C / 64 °F | one day in ten is at least this warm |
| Cool afternoons (10th percentile) | 11 °C / 52 °F | one day in ten stays below this |
| Cold nights (10th percentile) | 2 °C / 36 °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) | 0.3 | frost mornings per month |
| Chance of rain on any given day | 12 % | at least 1 mm |
| Hottest / coldest January day 2016–2025 | 23.8 °C / -0.8 °C | extremes in the ten-year record |
02Daylight
Sunrise, sunset and the length of the day
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 January | 08:17 | 17:32 | 9.2 h |
| 15 January | 08:15 | 17:46 | 9.5 h |
| 31 January | 08:03 | 18:05 | 10.0 h |
Daylight grows by about 48 minutes over the month. Times are local (Europe/Madrid).
03Crowds
How busy Barcelona is in January
quiet The main sights are quiet in January. What drives it:
- Three Kings parade on 5 January
- winter sales
- quietest month
04Public holidays
Public holidays in January 2027
| Date | Holiday |
|---|---|
| 1 Jan 2027 | New Year's Day |
| 6 Jan 2027 | Epiphany |
On public holidays many shops close and museums run on Sunday hours; check opening times for the day before and after as well.
05Events
What's on in Barcelona in January
Every year in January
| Event | When | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cavalcada de Reis (Three Kings Parade) | 5 January | parade |
07Packing
What to pack for Barcelona in January
- a warm jacket or coat
- scarf for windy evenings
- closed, water-resistant shoes
08Editor's notes
What the numbers don't tell you
January is mild and often sunny, with afternoons around 14 °C, and the quietest at the Sagrada Família and Park Güell. The Three Kings parade on the evening of 5 January is the big family event, with floats from the port through the city, and 6 January is a holiday; the sales start on 7 January. Hotel rates are the lowest of the year. Pack a coat for the evenings, which drop to around 6 °C.
Rain falls on about four days. The Festes de Sant Antoni in the Sant Antoni district in mid-January bring bonfires and animal blessings. The beach is for walking, not swimming, at 14 °C. Daylight runs from about eight until half past five. For the Santa Eulàlia festival and the Llum BCN light installations, see February.
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 January? See the best time to visit Barcelona.
10Elsewhere
January in nearby cities
| City | High | Rain days |
|---|---|---|
| Paris in January | 7 °C | 13 |
| Rome in January | 13 °C | 10 |
| Venice in January | 8 °C | 5 |
| Lisbon in January | 16 °C | 9 |
| London in January | 7 °C | 11 |
| Amsterdam in January | 7 °C | 12 |
11FAQ
Barcelona in January: your questions
Is January a good time to visit Barcelona?
January is a good month to visit Barcelona. Daytime highs average 15 °C (58 °F), rain falls on about 4 days, and hotel arrivals run above the yearly average, so the main sights are quiet.
What is the weather like in Barcelona in January?
Expect cool days around 15 °C (58 °F) and nights near 6 °C (43 °F). One January in ten brings afternoons above 18 °C, and one in ten stays below 11 °C.
Does it rain a lot in Barcelona in January?
January brings about 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain over roughly 4 days, which is dry by Barcelona standards. On any given day the chance of at least 1 mm of rain is 12 percent.
What should I wear in Barcelona in January?
Pack a warm jacket or coat, scarf for windy evenings, closed, water-resistant shoes.
Is Barcelona crowded in January?
The main sights are quiet in January. Main drivers: Three Kings parade on 5 January; winter sales; quietest month.
What time does it get dark in Barcelona in January?
Around the middle of January the sun sets at about 17:46 and rises at 08:15, giving 9.5 hours of daylight.