Barcelona vs Rome

Barcelona and Rome are closely matched in August. Neither city has a clear advantage across all metrics. Your decision should come down to personal preference, cultural interests, and travel logistics rather than weather alone.

Barcelona sits in the comfortable travel range at 26°C. Rome is also comfortable at 26°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, both cities are equally dry in August.

Barcelona reaches an average high of 26°C (79°F) and drops to 17°C (63°F) at night during August. The daily temperature range is 9°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Rome averages 26°C (79°F) for the high and 17°C (63°F) for the low, with a daily range of 9°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.

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

Barcelona receives approximately 27 mm of rainfall across 2 rain days during August. Rain is rare this month, so dry conditions are likely.

Rome sees 27 mm over 2 rain days. Both cities are equally rainy this month.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.