Weather Comparison
Rome vs Barcelona
Side-by-side weather comparison for April
April Weather: Rome vs Barcelona
| Metric | Rome | Barcelona | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 18°C (64°F)▲ | 17°C (63°F) | Rome |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 8°C (46°F) | 10°C (50°F)▲ | Barcelona |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 11 days | 9 days▲ | Barcelona |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 78 mm | 54 mm▲ | Barcelona |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 11h/day | 11h/day | Tie |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 65% | 65% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 6 | 6 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 15 km/h▲ | 18 km/h | Rome |
Which City is Better in April?
Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Barcelona edges ahead as the better destination in April. Barcelona offers 11 hours of daily sunshine with only 9 rain days, while Rome sees 11 sunshine hours and 11 rain days.
Rome sits in the comfortable travel range at 18°C. Barcelona is also comfortable at 17°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Barcelona is the stronger choice in April.
Temperature Comparison in April
Rome reaches an average high of 18°C (64°F) and drops to 8°C (46°F) at night during April. The daily temperature range is 10°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.
Barcelona averages 17°C (63°F) for the high and 10°C (50°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 April.
Rainfall Comparison in April
Rome receives approximately 78 mm of rainfall across 11 rain days during April. You can expect rain roughly every other day.
Barcelona sees 54 mm over 9 rain days. That makes Barcelona the drier option by 2 rain days and 24 mm of total precipitation.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.
What to Pack: Rome vs Barcelona
Packing for Rome in April
Highs of 18°C, lows of 8°C, 11 rain days
- ✓warm layers
- ✓a mid-weight jacket
- ✓long trousers
- ✓waterproof jacket
- ✓compact umbrella
- ✓waterproof shoes
Packing for Barcelona in April
Highs of 17°C, lows of 10°C, 9 rain days
- ✓warm layers
- ✓a mid-weight jacket
- ✓long trousers
- ✓a packable rain jacket
- ✓an umbrella
Pack for both: warm layers, a mid-weight jacket, long trousers. These items are useful in either destination during April.
Year-Round Comparison: Rome vs Barcelona
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.April is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Rome | Barcelona | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 12°C | 9d | 13°C | 6d |
| Feb | 12°C | 9d | 13°C | 6d |
| Mar | 15°C | 9d | 16°C | 7d |
| Apr | 18°C | 11d | 17°C | 9d |
| May | 22°C | 9d | 21°C | 7d |
| Jun | 27°C | 5d | 25°C | 6d |
| Jul | 30°C | 4d | 27°C | 5d |
| Aug | 31°C | 4d | 28°C | 7d |
| Sep | 25°C | 9d | 24°C | 11d |
| Oct | 21°C | 11d | 21°C | 10d |
| Nov | 16°C | 12d | 16°C | 8d |
| Dec | 12°C | 11d | 13°C | 6d |
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