SpainThe weather in March in Bilbao
It's cool to moderate in March in Bilbao with an average temperature of 17°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 15°C to a high of 21°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 5°C and 10°C.
Looking for sun and warm weather? March isn’t a good month to be in Bilbao. The temperatures are too low for a warm stay this month.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in March 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 30°C in 2023, Bilbao reached the highest temperature in March over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 7°C in 2018. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -2°C to a highest value of 20°C.
Rainfall amount
In March, there is an average of 115 mm of precipitation, spread over 15 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Daily weather in March for Bilbao
Click on any day in March 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.
March weather comparison
| Bilbao | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 17°C | 11°C |
| Max. temperature | 21°C | 14°C |
| Min. temperature | 5°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 115 mm | 63 mm |
| Rainy days | 15 days | 10 days |
Start of March
The month of March starts in Bilbao with cool temps, averaging around 17°C during the day and nights around 7°C.
Mid March
By mid-March, daytime temps drop to around 16°C, with nights around 8°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of March
By the end of March, the average daytime temperature in Bilbao is around 18°C, while nighttime temps are about 8°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 6 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in March in Bilbao, Spain. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in March in Bilbao
Temperature in March in Bilbao over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in March 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 March in Bilbao
Total precipitation in March in Bilbao over the years
Daily UV index in March in Bilbao
This chart shows the average daily UV index in March 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 March in Bilbao
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Cold mornings, sometimes unexpected showers, but there are also sunny days. Pack in the layers!— 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.