December · Spain
Best time to visit Barcelona in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Barcelona in December
Average temperature 10°C, 48 mm of rain, about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 77% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
7.9/10
Ranked #10 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 10°C
- Rainfall
- 48 mm
- Humidity
- 77%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 26
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
December in Barcelona scores 7.9/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #10 of 12. Expect around 10°C, 48 mm of rain, and roughly 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Modernisme, golden beaches, and lively tapas terraces come alive from April through June.
December in Barcelona — reliably good (10th best month)
Expect 10°C (51°F) in December. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
Budget for roughly 48 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 9.2 hours of daylight to work around it.
That is 7.9/10 on the same scale — 10th of 12 months, versus 9.1/10 for the best month here.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, a packable rain layer.
Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Barcelona in December?
- In December, Barcelona averages 10°C, 48 mm of rain, and about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.9/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Barcelona?
- December earns a 7.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Barcelona in December?
- Expect about 48 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 77% and there are about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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