Bilbao weather in August (Basque Country, Spain)

What weather conditions can you expect in Bilbao this August? Thinking about a visit? Explore this page for a full overview of the weather conditions this month.

Temperatures

Expect perfect weather in Bilbao during August, which means high temperatures and moderate rainfall. August is a notable month of the summer season. During the day, temperatures usually reach up to 24°C. At night, they tend to fall to approximately 17°C. On average, it sees the highest temps of the year.

Precipitation

Bilbao in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 64 mm for the month. Expect the least amount of rain this month, providing an excellent opportunity for outdoor activities. Enjoy the freedom of clear skies and dry conditions. Historically, approximately 12 days this month are expected to have rain.

Average sunshine

Expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 179 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and clouds.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Bilbao climate page with graphs.

 

Bilbao, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 17°C  

Max Temperature 24°C  

Chance of Rain 41%  

Precipitation 64 mm  

Rainy days 12 days  

Humidity 72%  

Sunshine 179 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Spain in August

Find out more about the weather in Spain and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

For visitors traveling to Bilbao, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

7/10

Cycling

10/10

Walking

10/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

10/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Bilbao.

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