Late winter · Weather & things to do
Bilbao in February
This is the coldest month in Bilbao: highs average 54°F (12°C) and lows 47°F (8°C), with about 3.9 in (98 mm) of rain.
Its comfort score of 60/100 is still Good, though it ranks 10th of 12 here.
- Avg high
- 54°F (12°C)
- Avg low
- 47°F (8°C)
- Rain
- 3.9 in (98 mm)
- Humidity
- 78%
- Cloud cover
- 77%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 17 min
- Comfort score
- 60/100 · Good
What February feels like
Afternoons only reach about 54°F (12°C), so plan on a warm jacket.
Nights cool to an average low of 47°F (8°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 3.9 in (98 mm).
Skies are often grey, with average cloud cover around 77%.
It's breezy, with average winds near 11 mph (5.1 m/s) at ground level.
Plan around February
February is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are May and July – September.
- Comfort improves from 56/100 in January to 60/100.
- Our Basque Coast Food Trail route recommends May – Oct, so February falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for February
- Insulated jackethighs only 54°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Windproof shellaverage wind 11 mph
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Bilbao in February
February 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 February scores 60/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Vizcaya Bridge
1893 transporter bridge, a UNESCO site, with a gondola and walkway on top.
Plaza Nueva
Arcaded square in the old town lined with pintxos bars.
Why now Highs near 54°F and 3.9 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
San Juan de Gaztelugatxe
Hermitage on an islet reached by 241 steps along a stone causeway.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Funicular de Artxanda
Short funicular ride up to a viewpoint over the city and river.
Nearby in February
- San Sebastián in February~48 mi · highs 53°F, 3.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Laguardia in February~52 mi · highs 49°F, 2.2 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, drier
- Barcelona in February~291 mi · highs 58°F, 1.3 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, drier
- Girona in February~306 mi · highs 55°F, 1.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
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 February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Bilbao?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 60/100, held back mainly by cloud cover. The best months are May and July – September. Expect highs of 54°F (12°C) and 3.9 in (98 mm) of rain. Our Basque Coast Food Trail route recommends May – Oct, so February is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Bilbao in February?
Average highs are 54°F (12°C) and average lows 47°F (8°C), making it the coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Bilbao in February?
Some: about 3.9 in (98 mm) of rain falls across February on average, the 4th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 39.5 in (1003 mm).
What should I pack for Bilbao in February?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 54°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely), windproof shell (average wind 11 mph) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Bilbao in February?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.