🇪🇸 Barcelona vs Florence 🇮🇹

Barcelona, Spain vs Florence, Italy — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Both cities run similar average temperatures year-round. Barcelona is drier, with roughly 30 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇪🇸 Barcelona🇮🇹 Florence
Avg annual high21°C21°C
Hottest monthJuly (29°C)July (32°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (5°C low)January (2°C low)
Rainy days / year5989
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Best months to visitApril, May, OctoberApril, May, October

🇪🇸 Barcelona

Best around April, May, October. Hottest in July (29°C), coldest lows in January (5°C).

🇮🇹 Florence

Best around April, May, October. Hottest in July (32°C), coldest lows in January (2°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Barcelona or Florence warmer?

Barcelona and Florence have very similar average temperatures.

Which is rainier, Barcelona or Florence?

Florence is rainier — Barcelona sees about 30 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Barcelona vs Florence?

Barcelona is best around April, May, October; Florence is best around April, May, October.

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