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BMX in Catalonia in winter: weather and tracks
January weather in Barcelona from AEMET, racing tracks in Terrassa, Horta, Sant Andreu, Mataró and Vila-sana, and how to book time.
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Quick answer: In January, the Barcelona coast averages highs of 13.6 °C and lows of 4.7 °C, with 3.7 rainy days and 151 hours of sunshine (AEMET, Barcelona airport, 1981-2010). It is cooler than Alicante or the Canaries, but has the densest cluster of racing tracks near a major airport: Terrassa, Barcelona (Horta), Sant Andreu de la Barca and Mataró, plus Vila-sana in Lleida. There is no published hourly track rate: ask the club.
Catalonia isn't the warmest destination, but it's the easiest for hopping between tracks: four racing tracks in Barcelona province and a big airport. Great if you want track variety more than sunshine.
January weather
According to AEMET's climate normals for Barcelona airport, January brings cold mornings and mild afternoons. Ride from mid-morning to mid-afternoon and bring a warm layer. Inland (Terrassa, Vila-sana) is usually colder than the coast.
The tracks
| Track | Run by | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Les Arenes, Terrassa | BMX Terrassa Club | Long-standing club. Check its website. |
| Velòdrom d'Horta, Barcelona | Velòdrom d'Horta | Inside Barcelona city, with a BMX school for ages 5-10. Phone +34 930 097 437. |
| Santi Moreno, Sant Andreu de la Barca | Moto Club Sant Andreu de la Barca | Hosts Catalan races in 2026. |
| Mataró | BMX Mataró Club Ciclista | On the coast north of Barcelona. Hosted the 2026 Trofeu Generalitat. |
| Bike Aventura Park, Vila-sana (Lleida) | Bike Aventura | Session entry with an instructor for visitors; book via WhatsApp +34 620 23 61 98. |
How to book track time
No published rate
Email the club with your dates, the number and age of riders, and whether you need the start gate, a coach and insurance. If you're not sure who to ask, the Catalan Cycling Federation (+34 93 301 24 44) can help.
Checklist before booking
- Written confirmation from the club, with hours and gate use.
- A valid federation licence or insurance.
- Warm clothing: January mornings are cold.
- A flight to Barcelona-El Prat (BCN) with the bike added to the booking.
Planning a camp in Catalonia? Email us at info@bmx.es.
Frequently asked questions
Is it too cold for BMX in Barcelona in January?
A bit: 13.6 °C average highs and 4.7 °C lows (AEMET). Ride from mid-morning to mid-afternoon.
How many racing tracks are near Barcelona?
Four in the province in our directory: Terrassa, Horta, Sant Andreu de la Barca and Mataró.
How much does an hour of track time cost?
There is no published hourly rate. Ask the club that runs each track.