SpainThe weather in January in Bilbao
It's cool in January in Bilbao with an average temperature of 14°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 11°C to a high of 16°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 3°C and 8°C.
Looking for sun? January isn’t a good month to be in Bilbao. There’s too much chance of rain this month.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in January for Bilbao, Spain. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 25°C in 2023, Bilbao reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 4°C in 2021. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -4°C to a highest value of 16°C.
Precipitation and snowfall
In January, there is an average of 190 mm of precipitation, spread over 21 days. Of the total precipitation, about 0,7 cm falls as snow in January. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in January for Bilbao
Click on any day in January to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Bilbao. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
January weather comparison
| Bilbao | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 14°C | 5°C |
| Max. temperature | 16°C | 11°C |
| Min. temperature | 3°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 190 mm | 97 mm |
| Rainy days | 21 days | 12 days |
| Total snowfall | 0,7 cm | 16 cm |
| Snowy days | 1 day | 8 days |
Start of January
The month of January starts in Bilbao with cool temps, averaging around 14°C during the day and nights around 5°C.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps drop to around 13°C, with nights around 5°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Bilbao is around 14°C, while nighttime temps are about 6°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 4 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in January in Bilbao, Spain. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in January in Bilbao
Temperature in January in Bilbao over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in January in Bilbao, Spain. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in January in Bilbao
Total precipitation in January in Bilbao over the years
Daily Snowfall in January in Bilbao
Snowfall in January in Bilbao per year
Daily UV index in January in Bilbao
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Bilbao, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Weather experiences in January in Bilbao
The weather in January in Bilbao is rated 3 out of 5 stars by 1 visitor. Have you been to Bilbao? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
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It rained a little, but the temperature remained quite pleasant. Although the cool weather is not ideal for outdoor activities, it did not pose a serious obstacle.Mixed feelings about the January weather in Bilbao.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in Bilbao by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Bilbao. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.