Barcelona vs Valencia

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Valencia edges ahead as the better destination in February. Valencia offers 9 hours of daily sunshine with only 4 rain days, while Barcelona sees 9 sunshine hours and 6 rain days.

Barcelona is on the cooler side at 13°C, requiring warmer clothing. Valencia is also comfortable at 16°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Valencia is the stronger choice in February.

Barcelona reaches an average high of 13°C (55°F) and drops to 5°C (41°F) at night during February. The daily temperature range is 8°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Valencia averages 16°C (61°F) for the high and 7°C (45°F) for the low, with a daily range of 9°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 February.

Barcelona receives approximately 35 mm of rainfall across 6 rain days during February. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.

Valencia sees 27 mm over 4 rain days. That makes Valencia the drier option by 2 rain days and 8 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.