Late summer · Weather & things to do
Bilbao in August
Bilbao's warmest month brings highs averaging 75°F (24°C), lows of 67°F (19°C) and about 1.4 in (36 mm) of rain.
At 87/100 for comfort (the top score of the year), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 75°F (24°C)
- Avg low
- 67°F (19°C)
- Rain
- 1.4 in (36 mm)
- Humidity
- 73%
- Cloud cover
- 63%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 47 min
- Comfort score
- 87/100 · Great
What August feels like
Highs settle around 75°F (24°C), warm enough for short sleeves most of the day.
Nights cool to an average low of 67°F (19°C).
About 1.4 in (36 mm) of rain falls in a typical year's August.
Plan around August
August is one of Bilbao's best months on the climate data.
- Comfort holds steady from July (85 → 87/100).
- August sits inside the May – Oct window our Basque Coast Food Trail route recommends.
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clothes75°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Bilbao in August
August is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Café Bar Bilbao
Plaza Nueva bar with tiled walls and a counter of pintxos.
Why now August scores 87/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Plaza Nueva
Arcaded square in the old town lined with pintxos bars.
Why now Highs near 75°F and 1.4 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Funicular de Artxanda
Short funicular ride up to a viewpoint over the city and river.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Vizcaya Bridge
1893 transporter bridge, a UNESCO site, with a gondola and walkway on top.
Mercado de la Ribera
Riverside Art Deco market with produce stalls and a pintxos food court.
Nearby in August
- San Sebastián in August~48 mi · highs 75°F, 2.0 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Laguardia in August~52 mi · highs 82°F, 1.0 in rain · 4°C (7°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Barcelona in August~291 mi · highs 88°F, 1.6 in rain · 7°C (13°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Girona in August~306 mi · highs 83°F, 1.5 in rain · 4°C (8°F) warmer by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Bilbao in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Bilbao?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 87/100. Expect highs of 75°F (24°C) and 1.4 in (36 mm) of rain. August is inside the May – Oct window our Basque Coast Food Trail route recommends.
How hot is Bilbao in August?
Average highs are 75°F (24°C) and average lows 67°F (19°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Bilbao in August?
Not much: about 1.4 in (36 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the 2nd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 39.5 in (1003 mm).
What should I pack for Bilbao in August?
Bring light, breathable clothes (75°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Routes in season in August
- Basque Coast Food Trail May – Oct
Planning Bilbao in August?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.