Amsterdam vs Barcelona

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Barcelona edges ahead as the better destination in August. Barcelona offers 12 hours of daily sunshine with only 7 rain days, while Amsterdam sees 11 sunshine hours and 13 rain days.

Amsterdam sits in the comfortable travel range at 21°C. Barcelona is also comfortable at 28°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Barcelona is the stronger choice in August. Barcelona receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Amsterdam reaches an average high of 21°C (70°F) and drops to 15°C (59°F) at night during August. The daily temperature range is 6°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Barcelona averages 28°C (82°F) for the high and 21°C (70°F) for the low, with a daily range of 7°C. There is a notable 7°C gap between the two cities, so expect a very different feel.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in August.

Amsterdam receives approximately 84 mm of rainfall across 13 rain days during August. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Barcelona sees 40 mm over 7 rain days. That makes Barcelona the drier option by 6 rain days and 44 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.