Weather Comparison
Barcelona vs Nice
Side-by-side weather comparison for July
July Weather: Barcelona vs Nice
| Metric | Barcelona | Nice | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 27°C (81°F) | 27°C (81°F) | Tie |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 20°C (68°F) | 20°C (68°F) | Tie |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 5 days▲ | 6 days | Barcelona |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 24 mm▲ | 26 mm | Barcelona |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 13h/day | 13h/day | Tie |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 65% | 65% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 9 | 9 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 17 km/h | 11 km/h▲ | Nice |
Which City is Better in July?
Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Barcelona edges ahead as the better destination in July. Barcelona offers 13 hours of daily sunshine with only 5 rain days, while Nice sees 13 sunshine hours and 6 rain days.
Barcelona sits in the comfortable travel range at 27°C. Nice is also comfortable at 27°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Barcelona is the stronger choice in July.
Temperature Comparison in July
Barcelona reaches an average high of 27°C (81°F) and drops to 20°C (68°F) at night during July. The daily temperature range is 7°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.
Nice averages 27°C (81°F) for the high and 20°C (68°F) for the low, with a daily range of 7°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 July.
Rainfall Comparison in July
Barcelona receives approximately 24 mm of rainfall across 5 rain days during July. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.
Nice sees 26 mm over 6 rain days. That makes Barcelona the drier option by 1 rain day and 2 mm of total precipitation.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.
What to Pack: Barcelona vs Nice
Packing for Barcelona in July
Highs of 27°C, lows of 20°C, 5 rain days
- ✓light layers
- ✓a light jacket for evenings
- ✓sunscreen
- ✓a packable rain jacket
- ✓an umbrella
Packing for Nice in July
Highs of 27°C, lows of 20°C, 6 rain days
- ✓light layers
- ✓a light jacket for evenings
- ✓sunscreen
- ✓a packable rain jacket
- ✓an umbrella
Pack for both: light layers, a light jacket for evenings, sunscreen, a packable rain jacket, an umbrella. These items are useful in either destination during July.
Year-Round Comparison: Barcelona vs Nice
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month of the year, helping you find the best time to visit either city.July is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Barcelona | Nice | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 13°C | 6d | 11°C | 7d |
| Feb | 13°C | 6d | 12°C | 8d |
| Mar | 16°C | 7d | 14°C | 8d |
| Apr | 17°C | 9d | 17°C | 10d |
| May | 21°C | 7d | 20°C | 10d |
| Jun | 25°C | 6d | 24°C | 8d |
| Jul | 27°C | 5d | 27°C | 6d |
| Aug | 28°C | 7d | 27°C | 6d |
| Sep | 24°C | 11d | 23°C | 8d |
| Oct | 21°C | 10d | 19°C | 9d |
| Nov | 16°C | 8d | 15°C | 10d |
| Dec | 13°C | 6d | 12°C | 8d |
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