Barcelona vs Rome

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Rome edges ahead as the better destination in July. Rome offers 14 hours of daily sunshine with only 4 rain days, while Barcelona sees 13 sunshine hours and 5 rain days.

Barcelona sits in the comfortable travel range at 27°C. Rome runs hot at 30°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Rome is the stronger choice in July. Rome 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.

Rome averages 30°C (86°F) for the high and 19°C (66°F) for the low, with a daily range of 11°C. The 3°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.

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.

Rome sees 22 mm over 4 rain days. That makes Rome the drier option by 1 rain day and 2 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.