San Sebastián

Basque Country Weather in September

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Basque Country, Spain in September.

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San Sebastián Bilbao Vitoria-Gasteiz Zarautz

Planning a trip to Basque Country, Spain this September? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Basque Country in September

Basque Country, Spain is a region in Spain. September in Basque Country generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. September falls during the summer season.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from pleasant in Bakio at 22°C (72°F) to warm in La puebla de Labarca at 25°C (77°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 12°C (54°F) in La puebla de Labarca and 17°C (63°F) in Bakio.

For specific regional insights in Basque Country, Spain, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In September, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in La puebla de Labarca with an average of 40 mm (1.6 in) to high rainfall in Urnieta with 105 mm (4.1 in).

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take San Sebastián as an example - it receives around 170 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

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Best Places to Visit in Basque Country in September

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Basque Country.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Basque Country

What is the weather like in September for some of the most popular destinations in Basque Country, Spain?

Temperature range in Basque Country (September)

Precipitation variation in Basque Country (September)

San Sebastián

In September San Sebastián generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

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September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
22°C (72°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
198 hours
170 hours
134 hours
Monthly rainfall
90 mm (3.5 in)
104 mm (4.1 in)
133 mm (5.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
15 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in San Sebastián →

Bilbao

In September Bilbao generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
22°C (72°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
15°C (59°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
179 hours
160 hours
125 hours
Monthly rainfall
64 mm (2.5 in)
76 mm (3 in)
105 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
14 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Bilbao →

Vitoria-Gasteiz

In September Vitoria-Gasteiz generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

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September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
23°C (73°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
179 hours
160 hours
125 hours
Monthly rainfall
44 mm (1.7 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
13 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Vitoria-Gasteiz →

Zarautz

In September Zarautz generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
22°C (72°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
15°C (59°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
198 hours
170 hours
134 hours
Monthly rainfall
86 mm (3.4 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
129 mm (5.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
15 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
tolerable
Climate in Zarautz →

Orio

In September Orio generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
22°C (72°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
15°C (59°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
198 hours
170 hours
134 hours
Monthly rainfall
89 mm (3.5 in)
101 mm (4 in)
130 mm (5.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
15 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Orio →

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Popular cities in September

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Basque Country in September.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
San Sebastián 22°C (72°F) 16°C (61°F) 104 mm (4.1 in)
Bilbao 22°C (72°F) 15°C (59°F) 76 mm (3 in)
Vitoria-Gasteiz 23°C (73°F) 12°C (54°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Zarautz 22°C (72°F) 15°C (59°F) 99 mm (3.9 in)
Orio 22°C (72°F) 15°C (59°F) 101 mm (4 in)
Getaria 22°C (72°F) 16°C (61°F) 98 mm (3.9 in)

Basque Country weather in September: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Basque Country, Spain in September?

Expect pleasant weather across Basque Country, Spain in September. The popular destination of San Sebastián averages 22°C (72°F) by day and 16°C (61°F) at night during this summer month.

What is the average temperature in Basque Country, Spain in September?

In San Sebastián, the average daytime high in September is 22°C (72°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 16°C (61°F).

Does Basque Country, Spain get a lot of rain in September?

San Sebastián typically receives notable rainfall in September, about 104 mm (4.1 in) on average across Basque Country, Spain.

Is September a Good Time to Visit Basque Country, Spain?

In our opinion, September is a good time to visit Basque Country, Spain with overall pleasant weather in San Sebastián.

On average, the best time to visit Basque Country, Spain is in June, July and August with generally perfect weather in San Sebastián. The weather in January, February, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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