April 12 is generally a great time to visit Bilbao. While there is a slight chance of rain (39%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 16°C weather. You'll enjoy Bilbao with reasonable crowd levels and competitive accommodation options.
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Essential Travel Info for Bilbao
Currency
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Language
Spanish
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Driving
Right side
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Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.603
Bilbao Weather Forecast for April 12
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 16.1°C. 39% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Bilbao in April
Based on historical data for April 12, Bilbao typically experiences temperatures between 8.8°C and 16.1°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants, umbrella to stay comfortable. With a 39% chance of rain, keeping a raincoat or umbrella handy is a smart move.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Bilbao
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
- Umbrella
Average High
16.1°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
8.8°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
16.1°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
39%
Avg 2.8mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
64%
Overcast
Pressure
1016.8 hPa
High volatility
Bilbao Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
✓ This date historically delivers consistent weather 75% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30 recommended
06:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 19:00
Type I-II
🔴 22 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 33 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 55 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
12.3°C
Pleasant
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
🙂 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
❄️ Cold Water Hazard
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Spain
Flight Traffic
Moderate
47/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~88
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Bilbao
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:36
☀️ Noon
13:13
🌇 Sunset
19:51
⏱️ Daylight
13h 15m
Wind Speed
16.3 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
8.9 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
78%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Bilbao
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
⛅ Good
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Rapid pressure changes detected. High risk for meteosensitive people.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Fish are active due to pressure changes.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Bilbao on April 12 averages 16.1°C with a 39% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 80/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Bilbao Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
April 7
16.7°C • 26% rain
Score
88
April 5
15.9°C • 20% rain
Score
87
April 6
16.3°C • 22% rain
Score
87
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📍 Is Bilbao Worth Visiting on April 12?
Planning a trip to Bilbao on April 12? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 16.1°C with a 39% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 88 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 7 vaccinations are recommended for Spain, including COVID-19.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 14.6°C (polar plunge). Wave conditions are generally surfers only with heights around 1.56m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest April 12 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 27.7°C in 2024, while the coldest dropped to 4.8°C in 2021.