Barcelona El Prat Airport Travel Guide
Barcelona El Prat Airport travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
Summary
Barcelona El Prat Airport is an airport in Barcelona. Barcelona El Prat Airport (BCN) is a commercial airport.
Right now it is 75°F (24°C) in Barcelona El Prat Airport with partly cloudy. It feels like 79°F. Today runs from 74°F to 85°F. Chance of precipitation is 3%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.7/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Barcelona El Prat Airport is April, 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 84°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 44°F.
The closest major airport is Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD), about 300 mi away. Nearby highlights include Works of Antoni Gaudi, Sagrada Familia, Park Guell and Mallorca.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 85°F is in line with the 84°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. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Barcelona El Prat Airport today at 9.7/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Map of Barcelona El Prat Airport
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 41°17′50.6″N 2°4′59.9″E (41.2974, 2.0833)
Weather in Barcelona El Prat Airport right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 11:19 PM, Aug 23 local time.
Weekend outlook
⛅ 85° / 74°
Partly cloudy · 3% rain · wind 11 mph
☁️ 83° / 68°
Overcast · 1% rain · wind 10 mph
Quick facts about Barcelona El Prat Airport
Things to do in Barcelona El Prat Airport
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Barcelona El Prat Airport.
Best time to visit Barcelona El Prat Airport
Go in April, May, June, July and August. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, March and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, March and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Airports near Barcelona El Prat Airport
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Madrid Barajas Airport | MAD | 300 mi | Madrid |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Barcelona El Prat Airport?
Barcelona El Prat Airport is an airport in Barcelona. Its coordinates are 41.2974, 2.0833. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Barcelona El Prat Airport right now?
It is currently 75°F (24°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 74% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit Barcelona El Prat Airport?
April, May, June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Barcelona El Prat Airport, which has a Mediterranean climate. January, March and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Barcelona El Prat Airport in?
Barcelona El Prat Airport observes Europe/Madrid (UTC+02:00). The local time is 11:19 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Barcelona El Prat Airport?
The closest airports are Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD), 300 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Barcelona El Prat Airport?
Popular options include Works of Antoni Gaudi, Sagrada Familia, Park Guell, Mallorca, Ibiza and Playa de Ses Illetes.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (airports) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| 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 August 23, 2026 at 11:19 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
