Valencia vs Barcelona

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Valencia edges ahead as the better destination in September. Valencia offers 11 hours of daily sunshine with only 7 rain days, while Barcelona sees 10 sunshine hours and 11 rain days.

Valencia sits in the comfortable travel range at 27°C. Barcelona is also comfortable at 24°C.

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

Valencia reaches an average high of 27°C (81°F) and drops to 19°C (66°F) at night during September. The daily temperature range is 8°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Barcelona averages 24°C (75°F) for the high and 18°C (64°F) for the low, with a daily range of 6°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 September.

Valencia receives approximately 60 mm of rainfall across 7 rain days during September. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.

Barcelona sees 79 mm over 11 rain days. That makes Valencia the drier option by 4 rain days and 19 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.