Barcelona vs Rome

Barcelona and Rome are closely matched in May. 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 28°C. Rome is also comfortable at 28°C.

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

Barcelona reaches an average high of 28°C (82°F) and drops to 19°C (66°F) at night during May. The daily temperature range is 9°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Rome averages 28°C (82°F) for the high and 19°C (66°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 May.

Barcelona receives approximately 15 mm of rainfall across 1 rain days during May. Rain is rare this month, so dry conditions are likely.

Rome sees 15 mm over 1 rain days. Both cities are equally rainy this month.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.