Barcelona, Spain – January Weather
What’s the Weather Like in Barcelona in January?
Although it’s winter in Barcelona in January, the weather is relatively mild and sunny compared with northern Europe in January. And with an average of five hours of daily sunshine that’s still five more than you’d see in the UK at the same time of year.
January is an ideal month to visit Barcelona if you enjoy walking. You’ll be able to enjoy the exercise without the extreme heat of the summer temperatures and the city’s attractions will be less crowded.
You’re unlikely to see many sunbathers on the beach. And with an average sea temperature of 14° C, you won’t see many swimmers, either.
How Warm Is Barcelona In January?
The average daytime temperature is 10°C with highs of 14°C in the middle of the day. The temperature drops to 4°C at night.
Is January A Rainy Month In Barcelona
The January rainfall is relatively low at just 40mm spread across eight days.
Does It Snow In January In Barcelona?
Even though it is winter, snow is exceptionally unlikely to fall in Barcelona in January.
Is January Windy In Barcelona?
During January typical wind speeds vary from calm to moderate breezes, rarely rising above strong winds.
Barcelona Hotels in January
Andante Hotel
Andante Hotel is an affordable three-star hotel centrally located just 350m from Drassanes Metro Station and La Rambla. This hotel offers a rooftop pool offering superb panoramic views over the rest of the city, where you even see the world famous Sagrada Familia. Other facilities at this hotel include a buffet breakfast and modern air-conditioned rooms complete with parquet floors, a safe and flat-screen satellite TV.
Holiday Inn Express Barcelona City 22
There’s also the option of staying at the three-star Holiday Inn Express Barcelona City 22.
This hotel is located just 300m away from Llacuna Metro Station and offers rooms with satellite TVs and a free continental buffet breakfast.
Catalonia Portal de L’Angel
Furthermore, housed in a traditional 19thcentury building is the luxurious and comfortable Catalonia Portal de L’Angel. This hotel is located just 200m away from the famous Las Ramblas and only 100m from Barcelona Cathedral. The hotel is also within close proximity to many transport links such as the metro and bus stations.
Catalonia Catedral
Catalonia Catedral is an excellent four-star hotel situated just 100m from the Barcelona Cathedral. This modernist and elegant hotel offers free Wi-Fi access to guests, a rooftop swimming pool and a Japanese terrace and garden.
Barcelona Beach for January
It may be a little bit too chilly to spend the day at the beach in January, however at this time of year it is still warm enough to go for a stroll along the beach.
Sant Sebastià
Sant Sebastià is closest to the city center and is the most southern beach you will find along Barcelona’s 4.5km stretch of sandy coastline. During the summer this beach gets packed, however during January it is relatively quiet.
Nova Icària
On the other hand you may want to try out Nova Icària, which lies on the opposite side of Port Olympic. This beach is surrounded by a great variety of restaurants and bars and offers a range of facilities for sports along the coastline such as gyms, tennis courts and swimming pools.
Mar Bella
Mar Bella, which translates to “The Beautiful Sea” was constructed during the period when the city’s coastline was re-developed before the 1992 Olympic Games. Today this is a popular nudist beach, it may be too cold at this time of year but it’s something to bear in mind for the summer months.
Barceloneta
Last but not least, Barceloneta is probably one of the most well-known and popular beaches in the whole of Barcelona.
This is where you will find all the locals and tourists hanging out on a sunny day, it is also within easy access to the city center and is one of the oldest beaches in the city.
Bars and Restaurants in Barcelona in January
Indochine Ly Leap
Indochine Ly Leap offers a frenzy of Asian inspired tapas, in which the head chef Ly Leap shows off his expertise with a variety of aromatic herbs, spices and citrus fruits. The interior of the restaurant replicates a traditional Asian eatery, using low down tables and cushions as seats. The restaurant is also made up of indoor tropical plants and there is even an indoor pond with live fish swimming past the tables.
El 58
If you’re looking for a restaurant which takes a creative spin on classic Spanish tapas, look no further than El 58. Set in a subdued location with a beautiful interior courtyard, this friendly restaurant serves up delicious seafood and other staples of the Spanish smorgasbord.
Polleria Fontana
Another eatery which offers classic family recipes in a sophisticated setting is Polleria Fontana. The menu at this restaurant gives a true taste of Catalan cuisine, with a good balance of local and classically Spanish dishes that will keep all diners happy.
La Macarena Club
La Macarena Club is one of Barcelona’s top underground nightclubs offers a subterranean atmosphere. This place offers a very small dance floor with a DJ booth located slap bang in the middle of it. The atmosphere here is always buzzing, pumping out the very best house and techno tracks.
Moog
Moog is a small club with a massive reputation, both respected locally and internationally. This elegantly designed club offers a sunken dance floor lined with cabinets full of spirit bottles. Expect to hear a selection of techno and house music at this trendy hideout.
Things to do in Barcelona in January
FC Barcelona Camp Nou Stadium
Live the history of one of the best football clubs in the world at FC Barcelona Camp Nou Stadium and Museum.
You will have the chance to enter the away team changing room, the players’ tunnel, the dugouts, press room, commentators box and of course the Museum which showcases an extensive display of trophies, fact files and more. It is also important to remember that the museum is open on match days but closes three hours before kick-off.
The Picasso Museum
The Barcelona Picasso Museum houses one of the most extensive collections of artworks by the famous 20th century Spanish artist Pablo Picasso. This museum showcases artwork from the formative years of Picasso, revealed through over 4,000 works that make up a permanent collection. The museum also features a number of ever-changing exhibitions from other renowned contemporary artists.
The Gothic Quarter
The Gothic Quarter is located in the heart of the city of Barcelona. Stretching all the way from Rambla to Via Laietana and from the seafront to Ronda de Sant Pere there are a great deal of things to see and do here.
Spend the morning either getting lost amongst the narrow streets and discovering a number of quaint little shops or visit a number of sites of historical and religious importance including Barcelona’s Cathedral, Placa del Rei and Santa Maria del Pi.
Tablao Flamenco Corbodes
No trip to Barcelona is complete without visiting a traditional flamenco show. Founded in 1970 the Tablao Flamenco Cordobes hosts a number of performances throughout the week by today’s leading Catalan artists. The show also offers a buffet dinner, featuring Mediterranean specialities and a variety of drinks.
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Barcelona weather January
What’s the weather like in Barcelona in January?
January is one of the coldest months of the year, but it’s still a great time for a holiday to Barcelona.
The city has slightly more sunshine than last month and you’ll notice temperatures starting to improve towards the end of the month.
Geographical influences
With Barcelona’s location on Spain’s northeast coast, the city is in the path of several conflicting winds. In winter, these winds can make the weather feel much colder, especially when westerly winds from the Atlantic blows into the city. Rainfall is more likely over winter, before drying up towards the end of spring. The weather fluctuates quite regularly, which is one of the reasons why the Costa Brava region has been nicknamed the “wild coast”.
Averages
Barcelona weather in January is quite mild compared to the UK, with an average temperature of 13°C. At night, the climate cools to 4°C with an average humidity of 55%. At the start of the month, there are around nine hours of sunlight that increases to ten hours by the end of January. There’s an expected rainfall of 40mm spread over eight days, which means there’s a chance of rain but you could also get lucky and skip the showers completely.
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Barcelona in January 2024 – Holidays and weather in Barcelona, Spain
January in Barcelona is a rather cool month, but it is precisely this weather that is perfect for a great eventful holiday. In this article on the Tour Calendar, we will tell you what the capital of Catalonia has prepared for its guests in the midst of the winter season and what things will be most relevant on the trip.
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Weather in Barcelona in January
January in Spain is considered the coldest month of the year and is characterized by low temperatures. However, in Barcelona there is no classic winter in the Russian sense (with bitter frosts and howling snowstorms). During the day, the thermometer balances at +13..+15 °C, and as darkness falls on the streets, it drops to +5..+6 °C. Of course, the values given by us are averages. And from time to time, due to the capricious nature of the local weather, slightly different extremes are noted. So, on especially cool days, weather forecasters advise dressing as warmly as possible, since it is only +8..+11 °C outside. But you should also be prepared for the fact that the air can cool down to +2..+3 °C. In such rare periods, snow usually falls: sometimes it lingers for a couple of days, and sometimes it melts on the very approach. For example, January 2006 turned out to be very difficult for the people of Barcelona.
Heavy snowfalls began in the city, as a result of which the snow cover reached a height of 30 cm. The public services were not ready for this, so life in Barcelona was completely paralyzed. Be that as it may, for her this phenomenon is not familiar, one might say, from the category of natural disasters, since the winters here are quite dry, unlike other Mediterranean regions of the country. The number of days marked by rain usually does not exceed 7, while the sun manages to win about 15 days. This is an average of 4-5 sunny hours per day, which, you see, is not bad for the winter month. Going to Barcelona in January, you should carefully consider your wardrobe. Getting acquainted with the meteorological forecast before departure, to represent real weather conditions, subtract 2 ° C-3 ° C from the announced temperatures, since this time of year is characterized by winds that significantly cool the environment. In general, you should dress according to the weather of mid-late October in central Russia.
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What’s on in Barcelona in January?
The January weather is not conducive to swimming at all, but it creates all the conditions for unhurried measured walks around the city. Unlike summer, when you don’t want to stop at the next historical site because of the heat, in winter you can look at the sights as much as you want. If the travel dates fall on the first week of the month, then you have every chance to plunge into the magical atmosphere of Christmas, the attributes of which are preserved in Barcelona until the beginning of January.
Next, the grand sale season starts, so fashionistas and fashionistas should take care of purchasing an additional suitcase for their purchases in advance.
Beach holiday
In January, the Mediterranean Sea cools even more. The water cools down to +13..+14 °C, and its temperature becomes the same as the air temperature. Therefore, it is not difficult to imagine what sensations you can get by making even the shortest swim. That is why the most popular urban beaches of Bogatell and Barceloneta, which are packed to capacity in the summer, are empty at this time of the year. However, on a good sunny day, you can come here to admire the boundless turquoise sea for the sake of relaxation or just to be alone with nature, indulging in a lyrical mood. But do not forget to take a hat and a warm jacket with you, as the mood of the weather is constantly changing, and a clear sky can instantly change into gray clouds.
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Entertainment and excursions
January is an excellent time to get acquainted with the cultural heritage of the city. Firstly, precipitation falls in much less quantity, and secondly, daylight hours are added this month, and it starts to get dark only at 18.00. In addition, there are not as many tourists at the “equator” of winter in Barcelona as at least a month earlier, which means that visiting historical monuments will not be overshadowed by long queues at ticket offices. Stroll along the famous La Rambla, the most colorful part of the city, and take pictures with its “exotic” inhabitant, a local mime.
If you wish, you can find a team of horses here and ride a carriage with a breeze – romantics will appreciate this entertainment. For a unique atmosphere of antiquity, where nothing seems to have changed since the Middle Ages, head to the Gothic Quarter, which is the center of the city.
Here is one of the most impressive cathedrals in Spain – the Cathedral with a chapel, which serves as the residence of the archbishop. In the same area, you can visit the Barcelona History Museum and the Palau de la Generalitat government palace, whose courtyard, thanks to the planted citrus trees, is called the Orange Courtyard. Wildlife lovers are advised to go to the city zoo, located on the territory of the Ciutadella park. It is notable for its huge collection of animals, numbering about 400 species, and the largest aquarium in Europe. Those with a sweet tooth will surely enjoy an excursion to the most delicious museum in Barcelona, the Museu de la Xocolata, offering a journey into the history of chocolate and tasting a drink made from cocoa beans prepared according to ancient recipes of the ancient Aztecs. We hasten to please those who are not indifferent to football: the Camp Nou football stadium in Barcelona occupies the third largest area in the world, and in addition, organized excursions are held here.
You can also pay tribute to the city’s “football shrine” by attending one of the matches held here. Tickets begin to be sold, as a rule, a week before the game. Don’t forget about shopping! Since the first ten days of January, shopping centers and boutiques of the city have been organizing attractions of unprecedented generosity – discounts reach up to 70%.
Holidays and festivals
The cultural life of Barcelona in January is enriched by several exciting events. On January 6, the Catholic holiday of Epiphanius is celebrated in the city. And the day before, on January 5, the people of Barcelona celebrate “Día de los Reyes Magos” – the Day of the Magician Kings. On this day, all the most interesting things happen right under the open sky. On the streets you can watch funny performances and colorful costumed processions led by the Three Wise Men, who present gifts to children.
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Also this month is marked by the grandiose festival of flamenco “De Cajon”. These days it seems that no one can resist the incendiary rhythm of the castanets. Vivid performances are held at all venues in the city, gathering huge crowds of spectators. This coming Saturday, January 17th, the people of Barcelona celebrate the Fiesta de San Antonio Abad in honor of the holy hermit of San Antonio Abad.
In addition, January is notable for a series of art exhibitions and various musical concerts of famous bands.
What are the prices for holidays in Barcelona in January?
If you are going to Barcelona at the beginning of January, you should be aware that during this period the cost of hotels and air tickets will be even higher after the New Year holidays. This trend also applies to tour packages. As a rule, after the 10th, the price bar begins to decrease, and as a result, tours become 30% cheaper than in the midst of summer holidays.
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Holidays in Barcelona in January will be more interesting with a car January is the dead beach season in Barcelona. However, this fact does not upset tourists at all, since this city is primarily interesting for its innumerable sightseeing riches and gastronomic routes. Tour-Calendar wishes you a good rest!
Weather in Barcelona in January 2023
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| Daytime temperature, °C | 13 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 12 |
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| Night temperature, °C | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 |
| Day temperature, °C | 12 90 151 150 13 | 12 | 12 | ||
| Humidity, % | 62 | 63 | 66 | 66 | 67 |
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| Wind, m/s | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Precipitation, mm | 0.2 | 91.2
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| Temperature at night, °C | 10 | 50 | 10 | 10 | |
| Daytime temperature, °C | 12 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 12 |
| Humidity, % 9015 6015 | 66 | 61 | 62 | 61 | |
| Pressure, mm | 749 | 749 | 750 | 748 | 745 |
| Wind m/s | 4 | 4 | 3 | ||
| Rainfall, mm | 0. 4 |
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