Weather in May in Basque Country
Considering a trip to Basque Country this May and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in Basque Country in May?
Basque Country is a region in Spain. May in Basque Country generally has temperatures that range from moderate to pleasant, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.
Temperatures
The average highest temperatures fluctuate between moderate in Bakio at 18°C to pleasant in La puebla de Labarca at 21°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 9°C in La puebla de Labarca and 13°C in Bakio.
Precipitation
In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in La puebla de Labarca with an average of 70 mm to high rainfall in Urnieta with 124 mm.Average sunshine
Most cities enjoy a balanced amount of sunshine, with around 182 hours of sunlight anticipated in San Sebastián. This ensures the days are neither too dim nor excessively sunny.For a closer look at May's conditions in Basque Country, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Basque Country's yearly weather, check out our Basque Country climate page.
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What is the weather like in May for the 5 most popular destinations in Basque Country?
San Sebastián
In May San Sebastián generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Bilbao
In May Bilbao generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Vitoria-Gasteiz
In May Vitoria-Gasteiz generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Zarautz
In May Zarautz generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Orio
In May Orio generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Is May the best time to visit Basque Country?
In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Basque Country with overall tolerable weather in San Sebastián.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July and August offering mostly perfect weather in San Sebastián. In contrast, January, February, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.
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