January weather forecastBilbao, Spain
January
Weather in January
Cold temperatures prevail in Bilbao, Spain during January, interspersed with several days of snowfall. The mercury ranges from 6.8°C (44.2°F) to 10.8°C (51.4°F), while the city experiences 5mm (0.2") of snowfall, usually close to the beginning of the year. January stands out as a wet period, with rain being quite common. The frosty mornings make way for slightly warmer afternoons, though the chill in the air persists. As the sun sets, the chill intensifies, hinting at the colder days yet to come.Temperature
Bilbao experiences its lowest average temperatures in January, reaching a peak of 10.8°C (51.4°F) and a minimum of 6.8°C (44.2°F).Humidity
In January, the average relative humidity is 78%.Rainfall
In Bilbao, in January, during 18.6 rainfall days, 84mm (3.31") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Bilbao, during the entire year, the rain falls for 198.1 days and collects up to 634mm (24.96") of precipitation.Snowfall
January through March and December are months with snowfall in Bilbao. In January, it is snowing for 0.7 days. Throughout January, 5mm (0.2") of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 2.4 snowfall days, and 20mm (0.79") of snow is accumulated.Sea temperature
In January, the average sea temperature in Bilbao, Spain, is 13°C (55.4°F).Note: Being in 13°C (55.4°F) waters at 13°C (55.4°F) is discomforting, but anything below 10°C (50°F) can jeopardize breathing and induce cold shock, factoring in physical endurance.
Daylight
The average length of the day in January in Bilbao is 9h and 25min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:43 and sunset at 17:46. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 08:28 and sunset at 18:21 CET.
Sunshine
In Bilbao, the average sunshine in January is 5.4h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The UV index of 3 during January translates into the following guidance:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in January
Bilbao, Spain
- Average high temperature in January: 10.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (23.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (10.8°C).
- Average low temperature in January: 6.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (16.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (6.5°C).
Average pressure in January
Bilbao, Spain
- Average pressure in January: 1020.5mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1021.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.6mbar).
Average wind speed in January
Bilbao, Spain
- Average wind speed in January: 16.4km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (17.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.9km/h).
Average humidity in January
Bilbao, Spain
- Average humidity in January: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).
Average rainfall in January
Bilbao, Spain
- Average rainfall in January: 84mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (103mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (31mm).
Average rainfall days in January
Bilbao, Spain
- Average rainfall days in January: 18.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (12.7 days).
Average snowfall in January
Bilbao, Spain
- Average snowfall in January: 5mm
The month with the highest snowfall is February (12mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).
Average snowfall days in January
Bilbao, Spain
- Average snowfall days in January: 0.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average sea temperature in January
Bilbao, Spain
- Average sea temperature in January: 13°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (21°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (12°C).
Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Bilbao, Spain
- Average daylight in January: 9h and 24min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in January: 5h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in January
Bilbao, Spain
- Average sunshine days in January: 9.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.8 days).
Average UV index in January
Bilbao, Spain
- Average UV index in January: 3
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, November and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in January
Bilbao, Spain
- Average cloud cover in January: 51
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are September and October (Cloud cover 34).
Average visibility in January
Bilbao, Spain
- Average visibility in January: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (9km).
