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Thinking of visiting Bilbao in August? Expect high temperatures reaching 24°C (75°F) during the day, dropping to 17°C (63°F) at night, with the driest conditions of the year.
If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, August is one of the best months to visit Bilbao.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Bilbao - and find the best time to visit.
50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Bilbao typically stay consistent throughout August, with daily highs averaging around 24°C (75°F). Nights are pleasant, with lows around 15°C (59°F).
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Bilbao spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
The extremes listed below come from historical weather data collected in Bilbao from 1976 through 2026.
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
Pleasant temperatures in August mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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