Barcelona vs Amsterdam

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.

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

Barcelona reaches an average high of 28°C (82°F) and drops to 21°C (70°F) at night during August. The daily temperature range is 7°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Amsterdam averages 21°C (70°F) for the high and 15°C (59°F) for the low, with a daily range of 6°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.

Barcelona receives approximately 40 mm of rainfall across 7 rain days during August. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.

Amsterdam sees 84 mm over 13 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%.