Bilbao weather in August
Warm and pleasant, with some rainy days. Average highs of 25°C and lows of 17°C, with around 10 rainy days expected throughout the month.
✦ This is a recommended month to visit Bilbao. The combination of weather, atmosphere and experience is at its best.
Average high
25°C
Average low
17°C
Rainy days
10 days
Best months to visit
July, August, September
What to do in Bilbao in August
Whatever the weather, Bilbao rewards curious visitors. Here are some of the best ways to spend your time:
Tour the Guggenheim Museum (iconic architecture)
Explore the medieval old town's pintxo bars
Walk the Nervión waterfront
Visit the Fine Arts Museum (Spanish masters)
Day trip to nearby Getxo for seaside villages
Browse independent shops in Casco Viejo (old town)
What to pack for August
Light layers work well — T-shirts and shorts for the day, a light jacket for evenings. Comfortable walking shoes are a must. Bring a compact umbrella just in case.
Browse other months
January
12C
Cool, with regular rainfall.
February
14C
Cool, with regular rainfall.
March
15C
Cool, with regular rainfall.
April
17C
Cool, with some rainy days.
May
20C
Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days.
June
23C
Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days.
Recommended
July
24C
Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers.
Recommended
August (you are here)
25C
Warm and pleasant, with some rainy days.
Recommended
September
24C
Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days.
October
21C
Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days.
November
16C
Cool, with regular rainfall.
December
14C
Cool, with regular rainfall.
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