AI-generatedBadalona at a glance
- Best time
- Apr – Jul
- Warmest month
- Aug · 30°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 25.6°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,290 h
- Rain a year
- 577 mm
- Climate
- Temperate
- Time zone
- UTC+1 / UTC+2
- Elevation
- 16 m
Climate in Badalona
Badalona has a temperate climate with warm summers and cool winters. August is the warmest month with average highs of 30 °C, while January is the coolest at 14 °C. With around 2,290 hours of sunshine a year, Badalona is sunny; July is the sunniest month with 9.0 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Badalona
The best time to visit Badalona is from April to July. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from June to September. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from March to June and from September to November. The wettest month is October with 89 mm of precipitation.
Badalona through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Badalona in spring
Mar – May
Excellent
- 17–22 °C by day
- Sea 15 °C
- 7.0 h of sun a day
- 24 rainy days in all
Badalona in summer
Jun – Aug
Excellent
- 26–30 °C by day
- Sea 24 °C
- 8.5 h of sun a day
- 17 rainy days in all
Badalona in autumn
Sep – Nov
Good
- 18–27 °C by day
- Sea 21 °C
- 5.3 h of sun a day
- 29 rainy days in all
Badalona in winter
Dec – Feb
Good
- 14–15 °C by day
- Sea 14 °C
- 4.2 h of sun a day
- 18 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Jun – Sep
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Mar – Jun, Sep – Nov
15–28 °C and not too much rain
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Your best months: May – June
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Good
Best time to visit: April – July
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Good forSightseeing & walks
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 16°
- Midday, 13:00: about 22°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 23°
- Evening, 20:00: about 20°
- Night, 23:00: about 18°
08:0119:12
Pleasant evenings; a light layer can help.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 07:44–08:39 · evening 18:34–19:29
- Blue hour
- Morning 07:34–07:44 · evening 19:29–19:40
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Badalona compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 25° at the start of the month to 20° at the end. The sea cools from 23° to 19°. The days get 1.3 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 25° | 20° |
| Night-time low | 17° | 12° |
| Sea | 23° | 19° |
| Daylight | 11.8 h | 10.5 h |
What is the weather like in Badalona in October?
In October, Badalona is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 21.4 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 5.2 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 89 mm in total. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Badalona.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 10 min08:01 – 19:12
- UV index
- 4 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 2 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 15 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 57 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+2offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 50 %100 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %37 %
- Few rainy daysweight 30 %60 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “City break”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- A jumper for the evenings
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Compare two months in Badalona
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
June has the better holiday weather in Badalona: score 95 against 75. In June, days are 3 °C warmer than in October. The sea is about as warm in both months. June has 5 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 3 hours longer a day in June.
| Month | October | June |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 75 | 95better |
| Daytime high | 23° | 26° |
| Night-time low | 15° | 19° |
| Sea | 21.4° | 21.1° |
| Sunshine | 5.2 h | 8.3 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 10 | 5better |
| Rainfall | 89 mm | 31 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 2better | 8 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Badalona month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
60January14° · Sea 14° · 3.9 h
In January, Badalona is cool: daytime highs average 14 °C, and nights cool down to about 6 °C. The sea averages 13.7 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.9 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 40 mm. All in all, January is a good month for a holiday in Badalona.
Badalona in January67February15° · Sea 13° · 5.2 h
In February, Badalona is cool: daytime highs average 15 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sea averages 13.1 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.2 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 36 mm. All in all, February is a good month for a holiday in Badalona.
Badalona in February78March17° · Sea 13° · 6.3 h
In March, Badalona is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 13.4 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 6.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 45 mm. All in all, March is a good month for a holiday in Badalona.
Badalona in March84April19° · Sea 15° · 7.0 h
In April, Badalona is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 14.6 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.0 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 53 mm. All in all, April is an excellent month for a holiday in Badalona.
Badalona in April88May22° · Sea 17° · 7.8 h
In May, Badalona is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 17.2 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 7.8 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 44 mm. All in all, May is an excellent month for a holiday in Badalona.
Badalona in May95June26° · Sea 21° · 8.3 h
In June, Badalona is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 21.1 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 8.3 hours a day. Rain falls on about 5 days, adding up to 31 mm. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Badalona.
Badalona in June85July29° · Sea 24° · 9.0 h
In July, Badalona is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 24.2 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 9.0 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 5 days bring 25 mm in total. On about 12 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is an excellent month for a holiday in Badalona.
Badalona in July74August30° · Sea 26° · 8.3 h
In August, Badalona is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 25.6 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.3 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 43 mm. On about 15 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is a good month for a holiday in Badalona.
Badalona in August78September27° · Sea 24° · 6.8 h
In September, Badalona is warm: daytime highs average 27 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 24.1 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 6.8 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 72 mm in total. All in all, September is a good month for a holiday in Badalona.
Badalona in September75October23° · Sea 21° · 5.2 h
In October, Badalona is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 21.4 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 5.2 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 89 mm in total. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Badalona.
Badalona in October74November18° · Sea 18° · 4.0 h
In November, Badalona is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 17.7 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 4.0 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 60 mm. All in all, November is a good month for a holiday in Badalona.
Badalona in November62December15° · Sea 15° · 3.4 h
In December, Badalona is cool: daytime highs average 15 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sea averages 15.1 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.4 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 40 mm. All in all, December is a good month for a holiday in Badalona.
Badalona in DecemberClimate in detail
Year & climate table
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Badalona
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Cold 0–8°
- Cool 8–15°
- Pleasant 15–20°
- Warm 20–24°
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
PleasantOctober: nights around 15°. Ideal for sleeping, often with the window open. Muggy on about 2 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in January (6°), the warmest in August (22°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from July to August; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from May to June and from September to October. Nights fall below 8 °C on average from December to February, so the room should be heated. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 67 days a year, mostly from July to August.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 60 | 14° | 6° | 13.7° | 3.9 h | 6 | 40 |
| FebruaryFeb | 67 | 15° | 7° | 13.1° | 5.2 h | 6 | 36 |
| MarchMar | 78 | 17° | 9° | 13.4° | 6.3 h | 8 | 45 |
| AprilApr | 84 | 19° | 11° | 14.6° | 7.0 h | 8 | 53 |
| MayMay | 88 | 22° | 15° | 17.2° | 7.8 h | 8 | 44 |
| JuneJun | 95 | 26° | 19° | 21.1° | 8.3 h | 5 | 31 |
| JulyJul | 85 | 29° | 22° | 24.2° | 9.0 h | 5 | 25 |
| AugustAug | 74 | 30° | 22° | 25.6° | 8.3 h | 7 | 43 |
| SeptemberSep | 78 | 27° | 19° | 24.1° | 6.8 h | 11 | 72 |
| OctoberOct | 75 | 23° | 15° | 21.4° | 5.2 h | 10 | 89 |
| NovemberNov | 74 | 18° | 10° | 17.7° | 4.0 h | 8 | 60 |
| DecemberDec | 62 | 15° | 7° | 15.1° | 3.4 h | 6 | 40 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
41.45° N, 2.25° E · 16 m · Europe/Madrid
Sea temperature
Sea temperature in Badalona
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 20.0 – 22.7 °C
Swimming season: Jun – Oct
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Badalona ranges from 13.1 °C in February to 25.6 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to October.
In December the sea is even warmer than the afternoon air. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in August, eight out of ten years were between 24.4 and 27.1 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 13.7° | 13.0° | 14.4° | cold |
| FebruaryFeb | 13.1° | 12.7° | 13.6° | cold |
| MarchMar | 13.4° | 12.8° | 14.0° | cold |
| AprilApr | 14.6° | 14.1° | 15.5° | cold |
| MayMay | 17.2° | 16.3° | 18.3° | fresh |
| JuneJun | 21.1° | 19.9° | 22.7° | refreshing |
| JulyJul | 24.2° | 22.8° | 25.6° | pleasant |
| AugustAug | 25.6° | 24.4° | 27.1° | pleasant |
| SeptemberSep | 24.1° | 22.9° | 25.3° | pleasant |
| OctoberOct | 21.4° | 20.0° | 22.7° | refreshing |
| NovemberNov | 17.7° | 16.5° | 18.8° | fresh |
| DecemberDec | 15.1° | 14.3° | 16.1° | cold |
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Badalona
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 5.2 of 11.2 hours of daylight in Badalona, 46 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: measured at the weather station 23 km away, averages 1991–2020 (WMO climate normals). Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain
Rain in Badalona: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Badalona has about 10 rainy days with 89 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Badalona
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 4 · moderateAround midday seek shade; use sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in June (UV 9).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 35 min
- Fair skin
- about 45 min
- Light brown skin
- about 60 min
- Olive skin
- about 80 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind & clouds
Wind and clouds in Badalona
How breezy and how cloudy Badalona is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Badalona typically peaks at 15 km/h during the day: Beaufort 3, gentle breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
The daily breeze rarely reaches Beaufort 4 (20 km/h), so wind sports depend on single windy days.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 57 % of the sky over Badalona: variable cloud, with about 5.2 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat & humidity
Heat and humidity in Badalona
How often the day gets hot in Badalona (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, Badalona has about 0 hot days, with an average daytime high of 23 °C: pleasant. Heat plays no part this month.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
Planning a trip to Badalona
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Badalona in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Badalona has its best school-holiday weather during May half-term (score 89) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 61).
- 82
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Excellent
- 18 °C by day
- Sea 14 °C
- 6.8 h of sun a day
- 8 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 89
May half-term
May – Jun
ExcellentBest holidays
- 23 °C by day
- Sea 18 °C
- 7.9 h of sun a day
- 7 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 78
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Good
- 30 °C by day
- Sea 25 °C
- 8.5 h of sun a day
- 6 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 75
October half-term
Oct
Good
- 23 °C by day
- Sea 21 °C
- 5.2 h of sun a day
- 10 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 61
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Good
- 15 °C by day
- Sea 14 °C
- 3.7 h of sun a day
- 6 rainy days a month
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 1 h 50 min
- Distance
- 1,130 km
- Time zone
- UTC+2
- Jet lag
- Hardly any (under 3 h)
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
Good to know: Spain
- Currency
- Euro (EUR)
- Language
- Spanish
- Sockets
- Type C, F · 230 V
- Traffic
- Drives on the right
- Dialling code
- +34
- Emergency number
- 112
UK plugs need a travel adapter
Sources: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0). Please check details before you travel.
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Badalona compared
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Badalona vs Barcelona
In October the holiday weather in Badalona and Barcelona is about equally good (score 75 vs 75). During the day it is about as warm in Barcelona as in Badalona. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Badalona | Barcelona |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 75 | 75 |
| Daytime high | 23° | 23° |
| Sea | 21° | 21° |
| Sunshine | 5 h | 5 h |
| Rainy days | 10 | 10 |
| Best time | Apr – Jul | Apr – Jul |
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Frequently asked questions about Badalona
When is the best time to visit Badalona?
The best time to visit Badalona is from April to July. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Badalona?
The sea temperature in Badalona ranges from 13.1 °C in February to 25.6 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to October.
Can you swim in Badalona in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 21.4 °C – refreshing for a swim.
What is the warmest month in Badalona?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 30 °C and nights around 22 °C. January is the coolest month at 14 °C.
When does it rain most in Badalona?
The wettest month is October with 89 mm of precipitation. The driest month is July with 25 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Badalona get?
Badalona gets around 2,290 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 9.0 hours a day; in December there are 3.4 hours a day.
What time zone is Badalona in?
Badalona is on UTC+1 in January and UTC+2 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Badalona?
A nonstop flight from London to Badalona takes about 1 h 50 min, for a straight-line distance of about 1,130 km.
Which school holidays are best for Badalona?
Badalona has its best school-holiday weather during May half-term (score 89) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 61). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 82, May half-term 89, summer holidays 78, October half-term 75, Christmas holidays 61.