Barcelona Population (2026)
Population of Barcelona with area, density and how it compares to nearby places.
Population of Barcelona
Barcelona ranks #2 by population among 3 comparable places in this atlas.
Quick facts about Barcelona
Population by airport in Barcelona
1 airports mapped in this atlas
Population by attraction in Barcelona
2 attractions mapped in this atlas
Population by unesco world heritage site in Barcelona
1 unesco world heritage sites mapped in this atlas
Population by district in Barcelona
1 districts and neighborhoods mapped in this atlas
Summary
Barcelona is a city in Spain. Barcelona is known for Sagrada Familia, Gaudi and beaches. It has a population of about 1.6 million.
Right now it is 68°F (20°C) in Barcelona with overcast. It feels like 72°F. Today runs from 67°F to 72°F. Chance of precipitation is 88%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.6/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Barcelona is May, June, July and August. The climate is Mediterranean. January, March and December tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 87°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 43°F.
The closest major airport is Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN), about 8 mi away. Nearby highlights include Park Guell, Sagrada Familia, Works of Antoni Gaudi and Mallorca.
In plain terms. Today is about average for October. The forecast high of 72°F is in line with the 73°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Barcelona today at 9.7/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
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Coordinates: 41°23′6.4″N 2°10′24.2″E (41.3851, 2.1734)
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Barcelona?
Barcelona is a city in Spain. Its coordinates are 41.3851, 2.1734. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Barcelona right now?
It is currently 68°F (20°C) with overcast. Humidity is 90% and wind is 4 mph.
When is the best time to visit Barcelona?
May, June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Barcelona, which has a Mediterranean climate. January, March and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Barcelona in?
Barcelona observes Europe/Madrid (UTC+02:00). The local time is 10:34 AM.
How many people live in Barcelona?
Barcelona has a population of approximately 1.6 million.
What is the nearest airport to Barcelona?
The closest airports are Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN), 8 mi away and Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD), 306 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Barcelona?
Popular options include Park Guell, Sagrada Familia, Works of Antoni Gaudi, Mallorca, Ibiza and Playa de Ses Illetes.
What places are in Barcelona?
Barcelona covers 5 places in this atlas, including Barcelona El Prat Airport, Park Guell, Sagrada Familia, Works of Antoni Gaudi and Barri Gotic.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
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| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 3, 2026 at 10:34 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
