Barcelona records unusual rainfall in 2026 according to the Observatori Fabra

Has it rained more or less than usual in Barcelona in 2026? Find out how the accumulated rainfall compares to the average over the past 30 years. Data from the Observatori Fabra reveal some surprises. Check the month-by-month trend.

2026 is bringing rainfall figures to Barcelona that stand out. The Observatori Fabra has recorded the amount of accumulated precipitation since 1 January, and the data show notable differences compared to the average of the last three decades.

Is this a wetter or drier year than usual? The figures collected so far allow us to compare the rainfall trend with the historical average, shedding light on whether the city has exceeded or fallen short of normal levels.

The analysis of accumulated precipitation shows how Barcelona's climate is behaving in 2026. The Observatori Fabra, the city's meteorological reference point, provides a month-by-month breakdown of rainfall, making it possible to see whether the trend is holding steady, rising sharply, or dropping compared to previous years.

Comparing with the last 30 years is key to understanding whether this year is exceptional. The data, updated regularly, show whether the Catalan capital is facing a 2026 marked by drought or by episodes of heavy rain.