Valencia vs Barcelona

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Valencia edges ahead as the better destination in May. Valencia offers 13 hours of daily sunshine with only 6 rain days, while Barcelona sees 12 sunshine hours and 7 rain days.

Valencia sits in the comfortable travel range at 24°C. Barcelona is also comfortable at 21°C.

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

Valencia reaches an average high of 24°C (75°F) and drops to 14°C (57°F) at night during May. The daily temperature range is 10°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Barcelona averages 21°C (70°F) for the high and 13°C (55°F) for the low, with a daily range of 8°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 May.

Valencia receives approximately 33 mm of rainfall across 6 rain days during May. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.

Barcelona sees 46 mm over 7 rain days. That makes Valencia the drier option by 1 rain day and 13 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.