Weather radar Bilbao
Real-time precipitation radar · Baskenland · Spain
Bilbao climate table – average temperature, precipitation & sunshine hours
The climate table for Bilbao shows long-term monthly averages (2000–2023): average high and average low temperature in °C, monthly precipitation (mm), rainy days and sunshine hours per month. Data source: ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF) via the WDTEC Climate Archive.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg high (°C) | 13.1° | 14.9° | 15.6° | 16.7° | 19.1° | 22.5° | 23.9° | 24.8° | 23.2° | 21.9° | 16.7° | 14.6° |
| Avg low (°C) | 7.5° | 8.3° | 9.6° | 10.4° | 12.7° | 16.6° | 17.7° | 18.4° | 16.7° | 14.8° | 11.3° | 9.5° |
| Precipitation (mm) | 123 | 84 | 84 | 78 | 89 | 99 | 40 | 54 | 103 | 88 | 169 | 128 |
| Rainy days | 16 | 13 | 17 | 14 | 16 | 15 | 11 | 11 | 16 | 10 | 18 | 15 |
| Sunshine hours | 183 | 208 | 271 | 297 | 338 | 314 | 354 | 337 | 275 | 244 | 184 | 175 |
| Humidity | 78% | 77% | 74% | 76% | 81% | 84% | 81% | 81% | 79% | 77% | 79% | 79% |
Best time to visit Bilbao
The best time to visit Bilbao is typically July. In this month the average high is 23.9°C, precipitation is 40 mm and sunshine duration is 354 hours. The annual average high is 18.9°C, total annual precipitation is 1139 mm (172 rainy days/year) and annual sunshine is 3180 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Bilbao
How up to date is the weather radar for Bilbao?
The weather radar for Bilbao is updated every 5 minutes with new radar data from the OPERA composite radar. A 2-hour forecast animation is also available. Rainfall probability, wind gusts and UV index are available up to 14 days in advance.
What weather data is available for Bilbao?
Besides the rain radar, RadarWeather provides for Bilbao: rainfall probability, thunderstorm warning (CAPE index), wind gusts, UV index, air pressure, humidity, dew point, sunshine hours, snow line and a 14-day forecast based on ICON-D2, ECMWF IFS and GFS.
When are thunderstorms expected in Bilbao?
The thunderstorm potential for Bilbao is calculated from the CAPE index and lightning potential. Active storm cells and severe weather warnings are visible on the radar map in real time. Thunderstorm warnings are issued automatically as soon as storm cells are detected near Bilbao.
What is the climate like in Bilbao?
Bilbao has an annual average high of 18.9°C. The warmest month is August (avg high 24.8°C), the coldest January (avg low 7.5°C). The wettest month is November with 169 mm, the driest July with 40 mm. Total annual precipitation is 1139 mm (172 rainy days). Annual sunshine is 3180 hours.
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