Late autumn · Weather & things to do
Bilbao in November
The year's rain peaks now, with about 5.7 in (146 mm) falling in Bilbao, alongside highs near 60°F (16°C) and lows of 53°F (12°C).
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 64/100, 9th of 12.
- Avg high
- 60°F (16°C)
- Avg low
- 53°F (12°C)
- Rain
- 5.7 in (146 mm)
- Humidity
- 77%
- Cloud cover
- 78%
- Daylight
- ~9 h 27 min
- Comfort score
- 64/100 · Good
What November feels like
Expect mild afternoons around 60°F (16°C), good for long walks.
Nights cool to an average low of 53°F (12°C).
Expect regular rain: about 5.7 in (146 mm) falls in the month.
Expect plenty of overcast days, with cloud cover near 78%.
It's breezy, with average winds near 11 mph (5.1 m/s) at ground level.
Daylight is short, roughly 9 h 27 min mid-month, so start sightseeing early.
Plan around November
November sits mid-table; the best months are May and July – September.
- Start of the wettest three-month stretch (November – January), which brings about 15.4 in (392 mm) in total.
- The year's biggest cool-down: highs drop 5°C (8°F) from October.
- Comfort slips from 80/100 in October to 64/100.
- Our Basque Coast Food Trail route recommends May – Oct, so November falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for November
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 53°F
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Windproof shellaverage wind 11 mph
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Bilbao in November
With 5.7 in of rain, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
La Viña del Ensanche
Old-school deli and wine bar specializing in ibérico ham and refined pintxos.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 5.7 in of rain.
Museo de Bellas Artes de Bilbao
Fine arts museum with Spanish masters and Basque painters, next to Doña Casilda park.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop for a month with 5.7 in of rain.
Mercado de la Ribera
Riverside Art Deco market with produce stalls and a pintxos food court.
Why now Easy to slot in when November's rain moves in.
Guggenheim Museum Bilbao
Gehry's titanium museum, with Koons's flower-covered Puppy outside and Serra's steel mazes inside.
Why now A good rainy-day backup in November.
Café Iruña
1903 café with Moorish-style tiles, good for coffee or a vermouth.
Why now Keeps part of the day dry on wetter November days.
Nearby in November
- San Sebastián in November~48 mi · highs 59°F, 5.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Laguardia in November~52 mi · highs 54°F, 3.0 in rain · 3°C (6°F) cooler by day, drier
- Barcelona in November~291 mi · highs 64°F, 2.1 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, drier
- Girona in November~306 mi · highs 61°F, 2.6 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 November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Bilbao?
It's middling, scoring 64/100. The best months are May and July – September, at up to 87. Expect highs of 60°F (16°C) and 5.7 in (146 mm) of rain. Our Basque Coast Food Trail route recommends May – Oct, so November is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Bilbao in November?
Average highs are 60°F (16°C) and average lows 53°F (12°C), making it the 6th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Bilbao in November?
Yes: about 5.7 in (146 mm) of rain falls across November on average, the wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 39.5 in (1003 mm).
What should I pack for Bilbao in November?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 53°F), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain), windproof shell (average wind 11 mph) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Planning Bilbao in November?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.