July weather forecastBilbao, Spain

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

July

Weather in July

July is the peak of summer in Bilbao, with the highest temperatures of the year observed at 22.6°C (72.7°F). The city experiences the least rainfall at 34mm (1.34"), making it the driest month of the year. The warmth of the sun reaches its zenith in July, bathing the city in pleasant heat. The Basque country's vibrant life comes to the fore, with traditional summer festivals dotting the calendar. Despite the occasional bouts of humid weather, the exclusive and vivacious character of July remains unbeatable.

Temperature

July's arrival brings an average high-temperature of a still agreeable 22.6°C (72.7°F), demonstrating subtle variation from the preceding month. In July, Bilbao encounters an average low-temperature of 16.4°C (61.5°F) during the night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in July in Bilbao is 78%.

Rainfall

In Bilbao, during July, the rain falls for 15.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 34mm (1.34") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 198.1 rainfall days, and 634mm (24.96") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Bilbao, snow does not fall in April through November.

Sea temperature

In Bilbao, in July, the average water temperature is 20°C (68°F).
Note: Most people find it challenging to enjoy swimming in water that is 20°C (68°F). As water temperature falls below 21°C (69.8°F), controlling breathing grows increasingly difficult.

Daylight

In Bilbao, Spain, the average length of the day in July is 15h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:35 and sunset at 21:55. On the last day of July, in Bilbao, Spain, sunrise is at 07:01 and sunset at 21:34 CEST.

Sunshine

With an average of 9.5h of sunshine, July has the most sunshine of the year in Bilbao, Spain.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In July, a daily maximum UV index of 5 leads to the following instructions:
Act with care - The need to guard against sun damage is communicated. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.

Updated: Jan 29, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

In July, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 22.6°C (72.7°F) and 16.4°C (61.5°F) respectively.

In Bilbao, the average relative humidity in July is 78%.

In Bilbao, in July, it is raining for 15.8 days, with typically 34mm (1.34") of accumulated precipitation.

April through November are months without snowfall in Bilbao, Spain.

In Bilbao, in July, the average water temperature is 20°C (68°F). For most, swimming in 20°C (68°F) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

The average day length in July is 15h and 1min.

On the first day of July in Bilbao, Spain, sunrise is at 06:35 and sunset at 21:55. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:01 and sunset at 21:34 CEST.

July has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 9.5h of sunshine.

In July, the average sunshine duration is 9.5h.

May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index.

In Bilbao, Spain, the average daily maximum UV index in July is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year J F M A M J July A S O N D

Jun

July

Aug

Average high temperature

20.3°C

22.6°C

23.3°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

11.8km/h

11.1km/h

10.8km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

9.9

10.6

12.3

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in July
Bilbao, Spain

Average high temperature in July: 22.6°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 July: 16.4°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 July
Bilbao, Spain

Average pressure in July: 1018.1mbar

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 July
Bilbao, Spain

Average wind speed in July: 10.2km/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 July
Bilbao, Spain

Average humidity in July: 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 July
Bilbao, Spain

Average rainfall in July: 34mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (103mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (31mm).

Average rainfall days in July
Bilbao, Spain

Average rainfall days in July: 15.8 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 July
Bilbao, Spain

Average snowfall in July: 0mm

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 July
Bilbao, Spain

Average snowfall days in July: 0 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 July
Bilbao, Spain

Average sea temperature in July: 20°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 July /
Average sunshine in July
Bilbao, Spain

Average daylight in July: 15h and 0min

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 July: 9h and 30min

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 July
Bilbao, Spain

Average sunshine days in July: 10.6 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 July
Bilbao, Spain

Average UV index in July: 5

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 July
Bilbao, Spain

Average cloud cover in July: 38

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 July
Bilbao, Spain

Average visibility in July: 10km

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).