What June feels like in Bilbao
For Bilbao, June is early summer on the calendar. Mild afternoons make it easy to spend hours outdoors. Little changes after sunset — nights stay mild, only slightly below the daytime level. Humidity is on the high side, but mild temperatures keep it comfortable.
Rain in Bilbao in June
It is a changeable month: rain comes about one day in 3, with dry spells in between. A rainy day brings about 6 mm (0.2 in) on average — steady rain rather than a passing shower. Across the year Bilbao averages about 6.9 mm per rainy day, so June is typical.
Daylight and sunshine in June
In mid-June, sunrise is at about 6:31 am and sunset at about 9:53 pm (local time) — 15 h 22 min of daylight. Since mid-May the day has gained 44 min. Measured sunshine covers about 69% of the daylight — there are plenty of bright spells.
How June compares to the rest of the year
In Bilbao's temperature order, June sits as the 4th warmest month. Against May, the average high is 3°C (5.4°F) higher, with 11 mm less rain. The warm-up continues into July. July averages a high of 23.7°C (74.7°F).
Who June 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 — too many rainy days.
Tips for visiting Bilbao in June
Rain Protection
A packable rain jacket saves the day on showery afternoons.
Sunglasses
Bright days make sunglasses worth packing.
Quick questions
How warm is Bilbao in June?
Expect around 21.8°C (71.2°F) in the afternoon and 15°C (59°F) at night, which most visitors would call mild.
Does it rain a lot in Bilbao in June?
It does: about 12 rainy days bring roughly 72 mm, so plan some indoor options.
What should I wear in Bilbao in June?
Based on the averages: rain protection and sunglasses. There is little need to change for the evening.
Is June or July better for visiting Bilbao?
On our 12-month climate ranking, July comes out ahead (#1 of 12 vs #4). July is warmer and has fewer rainy days.