What April feels like in Bilbao
Mid-spring arrives in Bilbao with April. Expect cool, jacket-on afternoons — comfortable for a long walk. Little changes after sunset — nights are cool, only slightly below the daytime level. Damp air makes the cold feel rawer than the numbers alone suggest.
Rain in Bilbao in April
April is persistently wet here: some rain falls on about every other day. Wet days average about 6.4 mm (0.3 in), enough to soak you without an umbrella. The yearly figure is similar, around 6.9 mm per wet day.
Daylight and sunshine in April
Mid-month, Bilbao gets 13 h 22 min of daylight, from sunrise near 7:31 am to sunset near 8:53 pm. The days are stretching out — 1 h 31 min more daylight than mid-March. About 70% of daylight hours are sunny; in short, there are plenty of bright spells.
How April compares to the rest of the year
Ranked by average high, April comes out as the 6th coolest month in Bilbao. Afternoons run 1.9°C (3.4°F) warmer than in March, with 24 mm less rain. The warm-up continues into May. May averages a high of 18.8°C (65.8°F).
Who April suits
- Sightseeing: a good fit — the weather rarely gets in the way of a city walk.
- Parks & outdoor: a good fit — good conditions for sitting outside.
- Beach: less ideal — the sea air is too cool.
Tips for visiting Bilbao in April
Rain Protection
A packable rain jacket saves the day on showery afternoons.
Light Jacket
Cool days — a light jacket or sweater for walking around.
Sunglasses
Frequent sunshine — sunglasses and a light hat.
Quick questions
How warm is Bilbao in April?
Expect around 16.5°C (61.7°F) in the afternoon and 9.4°C (48.9°F) at night, which most visitors would call cool.
Does it rain a lot in Bilbao in April?
It does: about 14 rainy days bring roughly 90 mm, so plan some indoor options.
What should I wear in Bilbao in April?
The numbers point to rain protection, a light jacket and sunglasses. Evenings feel similar to the day, so the same clothes work from morning to night.
Is April or May better for visiting Bilbao?
On our 12-month climate ranking, May comes out ahead (#6 of 12 vs #7). May is warmer and has more rainy days.