Amsterdam vs Barcelona

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Barcelona edges ahead as the better destination in October. Barcelona offers 9 hours of daily sunshine with only 10 rain days, while Amsterdam sees 6 sunshine hours and 13 rain days.

Amsterdam is on the cooler side at 14°C, requiring warmer clothing. Barcelona is also comfortable at 21°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Barcelona is the stronger choice in October. Barcelona receives 3 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Amsterdam reaches an average high of 14°C (57°F) and drops to 9°C (48°F) at night during October. The daily temperature range is 5°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Barcelona averages 21°C (70°F) for the high and 14°C (57°F) for the low, with a daily range of 7°C. There is a notable 7°C gap between the two cities, so expect a very different feel.

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

Amsterdam receives approximately 70 mm of rainfall across 13 rain days during October. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Barcelona sees 92 mm over 10 rain days. That makes Barcelona the drier option by 3 rain days and 22 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.