Barcelona vs Amsterdam

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Barcelona edges ahead as the better destination in July. Barcelona offers 13 hours of daily sunshine with only 5 rain days, while Amsterdam sees 12 sunshine hours and 14 rain days.

Barcelona sits in the comfortable travel range at 27°C. Amsterdam is also comfortable at 21°C.

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

Barcelona reaches an average high of 27°C (81°F) and drops to 20°C (68°F) at night during July. 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 14°C (57°F) for the low, with a daily range of 7°C. There is a notable 6°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 July.

Barcelona receives approximately 24 mm of rainfall across 5 rain days during July. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.

Amsterdam sees 84 mm over 14 rain days. That makes Barcelona the drier option by 9 rain days and 60 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.