Barcelona vs Amsterdam

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Barcelona edges ahead as the better destination in May. Barcelona offers 12 hours of daily sunshine with only 7 rain days, while Amsterdam sees 11 sunshine hours and 11 rain days.

Barcelona sits in the comfortable travel range at 21°C. Amsterdam is also comfortable at 16°C.

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

Barcelona reaches an average high of 21°C (70°F) and drops to 13°C (55°F) at night during May. The daily temperature range is 8°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Amsterdam averages 16°C (61°F) for the high and 9°C (48°F) for the low, with a daily range of 7°C. There is a notable 5°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 May.

Barcelona receives approximately 46 mm of rainfall across 7 rain days during May. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.

Amsterdam sees 63 mm over 11 rain days. That makes Barcelona the drier option by 4 rain days and 17 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.