Bilbao · SpringMonth summary
Bilbao weather in May
✅ Good
🌡️ Temperature min / max
52°F – 66°F
🌧 Rainy days
46% of days
☀️ Sunshine
11.7h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Spring
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
7.2/10
📅 📅 Best month
August (8.2/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Bilbao in May?
✅ Good
✅ Yes if: you want to explore the city on foot without suffering from heat.
❌ No if: you're looking for a beach destination — water and air are still cool.
Our take: Favourable conditions in May (7.2/10). August scores higher but the gap is small.
By trip type
Bilbao in May by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ⚠️ Possible
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : ❌ Not recommended
- 💰 💰 Budget : 🌿 Shoulder
Local context
What to expect in May
Spring marks the start of the good season in Bilbao. Temperatures rise (19°F) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. With 46% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. August (8.2/10) is significantly better if possible.
Browse by month
All months for Bilbao
Annual table
Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rain % | Precip in | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌦️ January | 43°F | 54°F | 50% | 0.2in | 5.9h | 4.0/10 |
| 🌦️ February | 43°F | 59°F | 47% | 0.1in | 7.6h | 5.0/10 |
| 🌦️ March | 45°F | 61°F | 54% | 0.1in | 9.0h | 5.5/10 |
| 🌦️ April | 48°F | 63°F | 46% | 0.1in | 10.2h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌦️ May | 52°F | 66°F | 46% | 0.1in | 11.7h | 7.2/10 |
| 🌤️ June | 59°F | 73°F | 41% | 0.1in | 11.3h | 7.6/10 |
| 🌤️ July | 63°F | 75°F | 31% | 0.1in | 12.1h | 8.1/10 |
| 🌤️ August | 63°F | 77°F | 30% | 0.1in | 11.9h | 8.2/10 |
| 🌤️ September | 59°F | 75°F | 40% | 0.1in | 10.7h | 7.7/10 |
| 🌦️ October | 55°F | 70°F | 41% | 0.1in | 8.7h | 7.2/10 |
| 🌦️ November | 48°F | 61°F | 55% | 0.2in | 6.9h | 4.6/10 |
| 🌦️ December | 45°F | 57°F | 49% | 0.2in | 6.0h | 4.2/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In May, Bilbao averages 66°F, 46% rainy days and 11.7h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 7.2/10.
See methodology →
Comparison
May vs August (best month)
The best month is August (score 8.2/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +6°F
- 🌧 Rainy days : -16%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +0.2h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Bilbao in May
Is May a good time to visit Bilbao?
May is an acceptable time for Bilbao (score 7.2/10). Conditions are decent but not optimal — consider August (8.2/10) if possible.
What to do in Bilbao in May?
With 66°F max and 11.7h of sunshine, focus on cultural sites, museums and local gastronomy.
Accommodation
Find a place to stay in Bilbao
Find places to stay in Bilbao in May
Search on Hotels.com
Activities & tours
Activities and tours in Bilbao
Guided tours, skip-the-line tickets and local experiences.
Browse activities on GetYourGuide
Flights
Find a flight to Bilbao
Compare flights from all airlines.
Search flights
←
Explore also
Similar destinations in May
Biarritz🌍 Top destinations
Other top destinations in May
Santiago
Trinidad
Socotra
Puerto Escondido
PantelleriaWeather rankings
Compare destinations by weather
Best in EuropeGuides & comparisons