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Barakaldo, Basque Country Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Barakaldo, Basque Country?
Barakaldo, Basque Country gets 1154 mm of precipitation a year over about 162 rainy days. August is the warmest month (average high 26°C) and February the coldest (average low 5°C).
Oceanic climate
Barakaldo, Basque Country has warm summers and mild winters. Daytime highs range from about 14°C in January to 26°C in August. November is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to October, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | 6° | 14° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 8° | 18° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 15° | 25° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 11° | 21° |
How much rain does Barakaldo get?
Barakaldo gets 1154 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 162 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 95% of Spain.
November is the wettest month, with 168 mm. July is the driest, with 52 mm. November has the most rainy days, about 16.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 14 days, to July 20, 2022.
From October 2025 to September 2026 Barakaldo got 1181 mm of rain, against a normal of 1154 mm for those months. November 2025 had the most, with 219 mm.
Barakaldo weather by month
Barakaldo weather in January
In January, Barakaldo averages a high of 13°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 130 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 32% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 25°C (2023) and the record low is -7°C (1985).
Barakaldo weather in February
In February, Barakaldo averages a high of 14°C and a low of 5°C. It gets 109 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 35% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 27°C (2026) and the record low is -6°C (1993).
Barakaldo weather in March
In March, Barakaldo averages a high of 17°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 98 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 33% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 30°C (2023) and the record low is -4°C (2005).
Barakaldo weather in April
In April, Barakaldo averages a high of 18°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 97 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 32% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 33°C (2010) and the record low is -1°C (1991). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Barakaldo weather in May
In May, Barakaldo averages a high of 21°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 76 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 32% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 37°C (2026) and the record low is 1°C (1976). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Barakaldo weather in June
In June, Barakaldo averages a high of 23°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 58 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 29% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 43°C (2026) and the record low is 3°C (1975). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Barakaldo weather in July
In July, Barakaldo averages a high of 26°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 52 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 43% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 42°C (2020) and the record low is 8°C (1972). July is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Barakaldo weather in August
In August, Barakaldo averages a high of 26°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 53 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 42% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 44°C (2023) and the record low is 8°C (1972). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Barakaldo weather in September
In September, Barakaldo averages a high of 24°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 75 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 39% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 42°C (1988) and the record low is 4°C (1972). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Barakaldo weather in October
In October, Barakaldo averages a high of 21°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 112 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 34% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 37°C (2023) and the record low is 2°C (1991). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Barakaldo weather in November
In November, Barakaldo averages a high of 17°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 168 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 31% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 28°C (2009) and the record low is -6°C (1988).
Barakaldo weather in December
In December, Barakaldo averages a high of 14°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 127 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 30% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 25°C (2021) and the record low is -6°C (2001).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Barakaldo
July is the sunniest month in Barakaldo, with estimated sunshine of 43% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. June is the cloudiest, at 29%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 34% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Barakaldo is cloudier than 95% of Spain.
Humidity peaks in June at 82% and is lowest in March at 73%.
Barakaldo has about 9 days a year above 32°C. Barakaldo is cooler than 78% of Spain.
First and last freeze in Barakaldo
The first fall freeze in Barakaldo typically comes around December 5, and the last spring freeze around February 23. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 285 days.
Barakaldo weather records
These records cover BILBAO AEROPUERTO during 1970–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Barakaldo station is 44°C, on August 23, 2023. The coldest is -7°C, on January 9, 1985.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 108 mm of precipitation, on June 16, 2010.
33 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.
The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.4°C per decade since 1970.
The best time to visit Barakaldo
The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to October, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.
Winter (December–February) is mild, with average highs around 14°C and lows near 6°C.
Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 19°C and lows near 9°C.
Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 25°C and lows near 15°C. It can feel humid.
Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 21°C and lows near 11°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6° | 13° | 130 mm | 16 | 77% | 32% | 25° | -7° |
| February | 5° | 14° | 109 mm | 14 | 75% | 35% | 27° | -6° |
| March | 7° | 17° | 98 mm | 13 | 73% | 33% | 30° | -4° |
| April | 8° | 18° | 97 mm | 15 | 76% | 32% | 33° | -1° |
| May | 11° | 21° | 76 mm | 14 | 80% | 32% | 37° | 1° |
| June | 14° | 23° | 58 mm | 11 | 82% | 29% | 43° | 3° |
| July | 16° | 26° | 52 mm | 11 | 80% | 43% | 42° | 8° |
| August | 16° | 26° | 53 mm | 11 | 79% | 42% | 44° | 8° |
| September | 14° | 24° | 75 mm | 12 | 78% | 39% | 42° | 4° |
| October | 12° | 21° | 112 mm | 14 | 75% | 34% | 37° | 2° |
| November | 8° | 17° | 168 mm | 16 | 78% | 31% | 28° | -6° |
| December | 6° | 14° | 127 mm | 16 | 78% | 30% | 25° | -6° |
Station: BILBAO AEROPUERTO, 7 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1970–2026; record values refer to this station and period, not the entire city’s history. Precipitation includes rain and the water equivalent of frozen precipitation; snowfall depth is shown separately when available. Sources and methods
From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.
Barakaldo climate questions
How much rain does Barakaldo get?
Barakaldo gets 1154 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 162 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Barakaldo?
November is the wettest month in Barakaldo, with 168 mm. July is the driest, with 52 mm.
How many rainy days does Barakaldo have a year?
Barakaldo has about 162 days with measurable rain in an average year. November has the most, about 16.
What is the hottest month in Barakaldo?
August is the warmest month in Barakaldo, with an average high of 26°C.
What is the coldest month in Barakaldo?
February is the coldest month in Barakaldo, with an average low of 5°C.
What is the record high temperature in Barakaldo?
Within the available 1970–2026 station history, the record high at the Barakaldo station is 44°C, set on August 23, 2023. The record low is -7°C, on January 9, 1985.
What is the sunniest month in Barakaldo?
July is the sunniest month in Barakaldo, with estimated sunshine of 43% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. June is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Barakaldo?
The first fall freeze in Barakaldo typically comes around December 5. The last spring freeze is around February 23.
What is the best time to visit Barakaldo?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to October, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.