Amsterdam vs Barcelona

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

Amsterdam sits in the comfortable travel range at 16°C. Barcelona is also comfortable at 21°C.

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

Amsterdam reaches an average high of 16°C (61°F) and drops to 9°C (48°F) at night during May. The daily temperature range is 7°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Barcelona averages 21°C (70°F) for the high and 13°C (55°F) for the low, with a daily range of 8°C. There is a notable 5°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 May.

Amsterdam receives approximately 63 mm of rainfall across 11 rain days during May. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Barcelona sees 46 mm over 7 rain days. That makes Barcelona the drier option by 4 rain days and 17 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.