January weather forecast
Bilbao, Spain

A bridge across the river connecting the old town of Bilbao, Spain
A bridge across the river connecting the old town of Bilbao, 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.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Bilbao?
The month of January, characterized by an average high of 10.8°C (51.4°F) and a low of 6.8°C (44.2°F), is recognized as the coldest in Bilbao.
What is the temperature in January in Bilbao?
The high-temperature, in January, in Bilbao, records 10.8°C (51.4°F), while the low-temperature is 6.8°C (44.2°F).
What is the average humidity in January in Bilbao?
The average relative humidity in January in Bilbao, Spain, is 78%.
How much does it rain in Bilbao in January?
In Bilbao, Spain, in January, it is raining for 18.6 days, with typically 84mm (3.31") of accumulated precipitation.
How many days does it snow in January in Bilbao?
In Bilbao, Spain, in January, snow falls for 0.7 days, with typically accumulated 5mm (0.2") of snow.
What is the water temperature in January in Bilbao?
In Bilbao, Spain, in January, the average water temperature is 13°C (55.4°F). Swimming in 13°C (55.4°F) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 10°C (50°F) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.
How many hours of daylight does Bilbao have in January?
In Bilbao, the average day length in January is 9h and 25min.
When are sunrise and sunset in January in Bilbao?
In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:43 and sunset at 17:46. On the last day of the month, in Bilbao, Spain, sunrise is at 08:28 and sunset at 18:21 CET.
How many hours of sunshine does Bilbao have in January?
The average sunshine duration in January in Bilbao is 5.4h.
When is the lowest UV index in Bilbao?
The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.
How high is the UV index in January in Bilbao?
The average daily maximum UV index in January in Bilbao is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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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 2min

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 2min

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).

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