Rome vs Barcelona

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Barcelona edges ahead as the better destination in February. Barcelona offers 9 hours of daily sunshine with only 6 rain days, while Rome sees 8 sunshine hours and 9 rain days.

Rome is on the cooler side at 12°C, requiring warmer clothing. Barcelona is cooler at 13°C.

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

Rome reaches an average high of 12°C (54°F) and drops to 4°C (39°F) at night during February. The daily temperature range is 8°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Barcelona averages 13°C (55°F) for the high and 5°C (41°F) for the low, with a daily range of 8°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 February.

Rome receives approximately 72 mm of rainfall across 9 rain days during February. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Barcelona sees 35 mm over 6 rain days. That makes Barcelona the drier option by 3 rain days and 37 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.