About Getxo
Getxo is an elegant coastal municipality near Bilbao, famous for the Vizcaya Bridge, a UNESCO World Heritage transporter bridge. Features beautiful beaches, a charming old port, and stately mansions.
Quick Facts
Population
80,000
Area (km²)
12 km²
Sunny Days/Year
175 days
Beaches
5
Historic Sites
10
Avg. Temperature
14°C
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Daylight, UV and air quality in Getxo
Live conditions, updated continuously — sun times calculated for this exact location.
- Sunrise
- 05:57
- Sunset
- 18:15
- Golden hour
- 17:38
- Blue hour
- 18:44
Sources: Open-Meteo and our own solar calculations
Climate in Getxo month by month
Long-term averages 1991–2020 — what the weather is normally like, not a forecast.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day | 12° | 12° | 14° | 15° | 18° | 21° | 22° | 23° | 22° | 19° | 15° | 13° |
| Night | 7° | 6° | 8° | 9° | 12° | 15° | 17° | 17° | 15° | 13° | 10° | 8° |
| Precipitation (mm) | 119 | 106 | 101 | 99 | 85 | 69 | 60 | 56 | 67 | 102 | 142 | 110 |
| Rain days (days) | 15 | 14 | 13 | 16 | 14 | 11 | 11 | 11 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 15 |
| Sunshine (h/day) | 6.1 | 7.3 | 8.9 | 9.8 | 10.8 | 11.3 | 11.5 | 10.9 | 9.9 | 8 | 6.5 | 5.9 |
| Colour shows how well the month suits a trip |
Source: Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis, 1991–2020
Chance of rain in Getxo month by month
How often it normally rains — share of days with at least 1 mm, averaged over 1991–2020.
Driest period
June – September
Driest month
July · 34%
Wettest month
November · 52%
Chance of rain
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rain probability | 48% | 49% | 43% | 52% | 46% | 38% | 34% | 34% | 39% | 45% | 52% | 47% |
Rain days per month
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rain days (days) | 15 | 14 | 13 | 16 | 14 | 11 | 11 | 11 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 15 |
Source: Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis, 1991–2020
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Getxo is from May to September when temperatures are warmest and ideal for exploring the beaches and the UNESCO-listed Vizcaya Bridge. Summer is perfect for walking along the dramatic cliffs of La Galea, visiting the charming Old Port, and enjoying fresh seafood at waterfront restaurants.
Climate Overview
Getxo has an oceanic climate moderated by its coastal location on the Bay of Biscay. Summers are mild and pleasant (20-24°C), rarely exceeding 30°C due to sea breezes. Winters are mild (9-14°C) with frequent rainfall. The area receives around 1,200mm of annual precipitation, with the wettest months from October to January. Sea temperatures reach 20-21°C in summer.
Monthly Weather Overview
| Month | High °CMax | Low °CMin | Rain mmmm |
|---|---|---|---|
January | 12° | 5° | 115 |
February | 13° | 5° | 90 |
March | 14° | 7° | 85 |
April | 15° | 8° | 100 |
May | 18° | 11° | 85 |
June | 21° | 14° | 60 |
July | 23° | 16° | 45 |
August | 24° | 16° | 65 |
September | 22° | 14° | 75 |
October | 19° | 12° | 115 |
November | 14° | 8° | 135 |
December | 12° | 6° | 120 |
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Where to stay in Getxo
An interactive map of hotels and apartments in Getxo, from our partner Stay22.
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Things to do in Getxo
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