SpainAverage weather for Bilbao in January
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.
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. You can expect regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days in the early part of the month.
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.
In January, there is an average of 190 mm of precipitation, spread over 16 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.
Bilbao in January |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
14°C | 5°C | |
 Max. temperature |
16°C | 11°C | |
| Min. temperature |
11°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
190 mm | 97 mm | |
| Rainy days |
16 days | 12 days | |
 Total snowfall |
0,7 cm | 16 cm | |
| Snowy days |
1 day | 8 days | |
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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.
Is January a good time to visit Bilbao?
Looking for sun? January isn’t a good month to be in Bilbao. There’s too much chance of rain this month.
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.
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Daily Temperature in January in Bilbao
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in January for Bilbao, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Weather experiences in January in Bilbao
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Daily Precipitation in January in Bilbao
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Bilbao, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for January, you can expect about 16 days of precipitation in Bilbao.
Daily Snowfall in January in Bilbao
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in January in Bilbao, measured in centimeters. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in January.
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.
Temperature in January in Bilbao over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Bilbao, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in January in Bilbao over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Bilbao, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in January in Bilbao per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in January in Bilbao, measured in centimeters, over the past few years.
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.
Weather experiences in January in Bilbao
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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.
