Badalona
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Generally suitable with routine precautions
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- Latest air-quality reading is not elevated
- Fines for the sale or consumption of nitrous oxide in some areas of Spain
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Climate normals · 2016–2025
When to go: Badalona month by month
Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Badalona are typically May, June and October, with average daytime highs around 21–26°C. August is usually the warmest month (average high 29°C), January the coldest (average low 5°C), and October the wettest (about 104 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.
| Month | Avg high (°C) | Avg low (°C) | Rain (mm) | Sunshine (h/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 13.7 | 4.5 | 43 | 7.9 |
| February | 14.9 | 5.8 | 37 | 8.5 |
| March | 16.0 | 7.5 | 56 | 9.7 |
| April | 17.8 | 9.7 | 71 | 10.7 |
| May | 21.2 | 13.4 | 52 | 12.3 |
| June | 26.0 | 18.5 | 33 | 13.0 |
| July | 28.5 | 21.1 | 37 | 13.4 |
| August | 28.8 | 21.4 | 47 | 12.3 |
| September | 25.2 | 17.9 | 99 | 10.2 |
| October | 21.9 | 14.5 | 104 | 8.9 |
| November | 17.4 | 9.1 | 55 | 7.8 |
| December | 14.9 | 6.0 | 41 | 7.5 |
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Previously
- Documented history · 1800
Deposits from the Bronze and Iron Age have been found in old brickyards (dated about 1800–1500 BC) and in the masies of Can Butinyà and Can Mora in the Canyet quarter (1500–1100 BC).
- Documented history · 1848
However, this changed in 1848 with the construction of the railway connecting the cities of Mataró and Barcelona, which brought a station to the village.
- Documented history · 1851
Thanks to this, the village began to attract newcomers, doubling its population from 5,733 (1851) to 10,485 (1857).
- Documented history · 1897
In 1897, the city received the title of city from the queen regent Maria Christina of Austria.
- Railway connection established
Construction of the railway connecting Mataró and Barcelona brought a station to Badalona in 1848.
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01 · OverviewBadalona, in brief
Badalona is a municipality and city located in Catalonia, Spain. Positioned within the Barcelona metropolitan area, the city lies to the northeast of Barcelona on the Mediterranean Sea and the left bank of the Besòs River.
What geographical features shape the landscape of Badalona?
The topography of Badalona features coastal plains alongside elevated terrain historically chosen for early settlements. Before Roman colonization, local populations inhabited the Boscà hill, situated 198 metres above sea level, which offered commanding views of the coastline. Later, Roman founders established the settlement of Baetulo nearby on the lower Rosés hill at an elevation of 26.8 metres next to the coast. The broader municipal territory extends across elevations and river valleys, bounded by the Mediterranean Sea to the southeast and sharing geographical continuity with the wider Barcelona conurbation.
How does the regional climate influence the area?
Situated on the Mediterranean coast of Spain within the Catalonia region, Badalona experiences conditions typical of the Mediterranean basin, supporting historical agricultural practices such as specialized viniculture during the Roman era as well as later farming and fishing sectors. The coastal environment facilitates maritime access alongside river proximity to the Besòs River, shaping both the historical settlement patterns and the modern urban layout that stretches continuously along the Mediterranean shoreline.
Frequently Asked Questions about Badalona
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01 · Q&AWhere is Badalona located and what are its coordinates?
Badalona is situated in Spain at geographic coordinates 41.4500, 2.2474, with an elevation monitored in regional geographic surveys.
02 · Q&AWhat is the population and time zone of Badalona?
Badalona has a recorded population of approximately 217,741 and observes the Europe/Madrid time zone.
03 · Q&AWhat languages and currency are used in Badalona?
Official and commonly spoken languages in Badalona include ES-ES, CA, GL, EU, OC, with EUR used for local transactions.
04 · Q&AHow can I check live conditions and daily updates for Badalona?
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