About Bilbao
Bilbao is famous for the iconic Guggenheim Museum and its stunning riverside regeneration. Once an industrial port, it is now a world-class destination for art, gastronomy, and Basque culture.
Quick Facts
Population
350,000
Area (km²)
41 km²
Sunny Days/Year
180 days
Museums
40
Historic Sites
15
Avg. Temperature
14°C
Globefellas Partner links
Daylight, UV and air quality in Bilbao
Live conditions, updated continuously — sun times calculated for this exact location.
Daylight
10h 10m
Day length
- Sunrise
- 06:51
- Sunset
- 17:01
- Golden hour
- 16:20
- Blue hour
- 17:31
3 min less daylight than yesterday
UV indexLive
Air qualityLive
Sources: Open-Meteo and our own solar calculations
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Bilbao is from May to September when temperatures are warmest and rainfall is lighter. Summer is ideal for exploring the Guggenheim Museum, strolling along the Nervión riverfront, and enjoying pintxos in the Casco Viejo. Even in summer, pack layers as evenings can be cool.
MayJuneJulyAugustSeptember
Climate Overview
Climate Type: Oceanic
Bilbao has an oceanic climate with mild temperatures year-round. Summers are warm but rarely hot (22-26°C), while winters are cool and rainy (8-14°C). The city receives around 1,200mm of annual rainfall, with the wettest months being October to January. The surrounding green hills are testament to the frequent precipitation.
Monthly Weather Overview
| Month | High °CMax | Low °CMin | Rain mmmm |
|---|---|---|---|
January | 12° | 5° | 120 |
February | 13° | 5° | 95 |
March | 15° | 7° | 90 |
April | 16° | 8° | 105 |
May | 19° | 11° | 90 |
June | 22° | 14° | 65 |
July | 24° | 16° | 50 |
August | 25° | 16° | 70 |
September | 23° | 14° | 80 |
October | 19° | 11° | 120 |
November | 14° | 8° | 140 |
December | 12° | 6° | 125 |
Globefellas Partner links
Where to stay in Bilbao
An interactive map of hotels and apartments in Bilbao, from our partner Stay22.
Weather in Bilbao
Globefellas Partner links
Things to do in Bilbao
Tours and activities in Bilbao, from our partner GetYourGuide.
Local partners
Travel businesses that pay to be visible here.
Paid partner placements. GlobeFellas is compensated by these businesses. It never affects our rankings, ratings or climate data.