🇪🇸 Bilbao vs Paris 🇫🇷

Bilbao, Spain vs Paris, France — 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. Paris is drier, with roughly 48 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇪🇸 Bilbao🇫🇷 Paris
Avg annual high19°C16°C
Hottest monthAugust (25°C)July (25°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (6°C low)January (2°C low)
Rainy days / year162114
SnowRareYes
Best months to visitJune, September, OctoberMay, June, September

🇪🇸 Bilbao

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

🇫🇷 Paris

Best around May, June, September. Hottest in July (25°C), coldest lows in January (2°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Bilbao or Paris warmer?

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

Which is rainier, Bilbao or Paris?

Bilbao is rainier — Paris sees about 48 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Bilbao vs Paris?

Bilbao is best around June, September, October; Paris is best around May, June, September.

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