🇪🇸 Bilbao vs London 🇬🇧

Bilbao, Spain vs London, United Kingdom — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Bilbao is the warmer of the two — about 3 degrees warmer on average across the year. London is drier, with roughly 51 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇪🇸 Bilbao🇬🇧 London
Avg annual high19°C16°C
Hottest monthAugust (25°C)July (24°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (6°C low)January (3°C low)
Rainy days / year162111
SnowRareYes
Best months to visitJune, September, OctoberJune, July, August

🇪🇸 Bilbao

Best around June, September, October. Hottest in August (25°C), coldest lows in January (6°C).

🇬🇧 London

Best around June, July, August. Hottest in July (24°C), coldest lows in January (3°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Bilbao or London warmer?

Bilbao is warmer overall, averaging about 3 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Bilbao or London?

Bilbao is rainier — London sees about 51 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Bilbao vs London?

Bilbao is best around June, September, October; London is best around June, July, August.

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