Barcelona in July
Peak heat, peak crowds
- Temperature
- 21–28°C
- Crowds
- Very High
- Prices
- €€€€€
+Hot, sunny and ideal for the beach.
–Very busy and hot, with high accommodation prices.
Only if you embrace the heat — early starts and late nights.
Barcelona vs Madrid in July
Madrid edges it in July. Barcelona averages 21–28°C with very high crowds; Madrid 20–33°C with moderate crowds.
By Daan · Last reviewed October 2026
Barcelona and Madrid
The verdict for July
- WeatherVery similar7/10 vs 6.5/10
- CrowdsMadrid is quieterVery High vs Moderate
- PricesMadrid is cheaper€€€€€ vs €€
- OverallMadrid comes out ahead7/10 vs 7.5/10
Madrid in July
Very hot, very sunny, very Madrid.
- Temperature
- 20–33°C
- Crowds
- Moderate
- Prices
- €€
+Long sunny days + late nights
–Serious daytime heat
July is intensely hot, particularly in the afternoon, but Madrid’s long summer evenings remain a major attraction. The city can feel quieter during the hottest hours as locals adapt their schedules.
Scores and crowd levels are my own judgement; temperatures are monthly averages. Higher scores are better: quieter, cheaper and more pleasant.
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