2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Bilbao in May

The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain. Recommended month to visit.

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Climate Overview

May is an excellent time to visit Bilbao. Bilbao has a Moderate climate with average yearly highs of 23°C, lows of 13°C, and approximately 11 rainy days per month.

Avg High

23°C

Avg Low

13°C

Rainy days

11days

Daylight

14.6h

Is May a good time to visit Bilbao?

The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain.

Daylight

Sunrise

6:50 AM

Sunset

9:28 PM

Weather by Month
Monthly weather data
Month High Low Rainy days Condition
January 14°C 6°C 12 Good
February 17°C 8°C 9 Good
March 15°C 7°C 17 Wet
April 19°C 11°C 16 Wet
May 23°C 13°C 11 Excellent (best)
June 22°C 14°C 15 Excellent (best)
July 25°C 17°C 7 Excellent (best)
August 27°C 17°C 11 Excellent (best)
September 25°C 15°C 11 Excellent (best)
October 18°C 11°C 20 Wet
November 18°C 10°C 7 Good
December 12°C 8°C 27 Wet

Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025

What to Pack for May

Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

Climate: Moderate
Travel Context Perfect weather for walking tours and all-day sightseeing.

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Common Questions

Is May a good time to visit Bilbao? +

May is typically Excellent for visiting Bilbao, with average highs of 23°C and around 11 rainy days.

What should I pack for Bilbao in May? +

With highs of 23°C and lows of 13°C in {month}, we recommend: Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

Does it rain a lot in Bilbao in May? +

Bilbao typically sees around 11 rainy days in May.

How many hours of daylight are there in Bilbao in May? +

In May, Bilbao gets approximately 14.6 hours of daylight per day.

Is May peak season in Bilbao? +

Yes, May is peak season in Bilbao. Expect higher prices and more crowds, but also the best weather.

What is the best month to visit Bilbao? +

The best months to visit Bilbao are May, June, July, August, September, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.

Weather Data: Based on 2020–2025 historical climate data from Open-Meteo

Solar calculations: SunCalc (timezone: Europe/Madrid)

Last Updated: January 2026

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23° / 13°
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