Climate guide for Bilbao, Spain

Bilbao in November

Weather, crowds & best time to visit

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November · Spain

Best time to visit Bilbao in November Weather, crowds & prices

Weather in Bilbao in November

Average temperature 14°C, 156 mm of rain, about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 81% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).

November score

6.0/10

Ranked #10 of 12 months

Full year for Bilbao
Avg temp
14°C
Rainfall
156 mm
Humidity
81%
Days with 6h+ sun
16
Crowd Density
Quiet / Uncrowded
Average Expenses
$ · Budget Friendly ($)

November in Bilbao scores 6.0/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #10 of 12. Expect around 14°C, 156 mm of rain, and roughly 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.

Bilbao's Guggenheim curves along the Nervión, with the Casco Viejo and Artxanda funicular a short walk or ride away.

November in Bilbao — workable with trade-offs

November averages 14°C (56°F), the range most people find easiest for walking a city all day without either overheating or losing daylight to weather.

At 156 mm this is a genuinely wet month: about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine in total, and outdoor plans need an indoor fallback.

It scores 6/10 here, 10th of 12 months, against 9.6/10 in the destination's best month.

Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.

Figure on low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.

Flexible dates? July scores 3.6 points higher here — enough to change the trip.

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Frequently asked

What is the weather like in Bilbao in November?
In November, Bilbao averages 14°C, 156 mm of rain, and about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.0/10.
Is November a good time to visit Bilbao?
November earns a 6.0/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
How much does it rain in Bilbao in November?
Expect about 156 mm of rain in November. Average humidity is 81% and there are about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.

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