Vitoria-Gasteiz Weather by Month

Vitoria-Gasteiz sits at 525 metres above sea level on the Alava plain, and that elevation shapes its climate. The Basque capital has an oceanic (Cfb) climate, but it runs noticeably cooler than coastal Bilbao or San Sebastian, roughly 60 km to the north. January averages 5.3°C (41.5°F) while August averages 19.9°C (67.8°F), and the city gets around 750 mm of rain spread across 100 wet days a year. This guide breaks down the weather month by month with real numbers, so you know exactly what to pack before you go.

Vitoria-Gasteiz Weather by Month: The Climate at a Glance

Three things define Vitoria-Gasteiz weather. First, cool nights all year: even in August the average low is 12.4°C (54.3°F), so you need a jacket after dark. Second, rain falls in every month, peaking at 90 mm in November and bottoming out at 40 mm in July. Third, sunshine is modest by Spanish standards, about 1,875 hours a year, which is roughly half what Seville records. For the full seasonal picture, pair this with our best time to visit Vitoria-Gasteiz guide.

Vitoria-Gasteiz Weather by Month: Temperatures, Rain and Sunshine

Month	Avg High	Avg Low	Rain (mm)	Sun (hours)
January	9.5°C	1.0°C	75	85
February	11.1°C	0.7°C	65	110
March	14.7°C	2.4°C	65	150
April	16.6°C	4.1°C	73	165
May	20.6°C	7.0°C	70	195
June	24.3°C	10.2°C	45	220
July	26.7°C	12.3°C	40	245
August	27.4°C	12.4°C	40	225
September	24.1°C	9.7°C	40	180
October	19.2°C	7.2°C	70	145
November	13.2°C	3.9°C	90	90
December	9.9°C	1.6°C	80	75

Vitoria-Gasteiz Weather in Winter: December, January and February

Winters are cold and damp. January is the coldest month with an average high of 9.5°C (49°F) and an average low of 1.0°C (34°F), and frost is common on clear nights, with February lows dropping to 0.7°C (33°F). Snow is rare in the city centre but falls on the surrounding mountains. Rainfall sits at 65 to 80 mm per month, so pack a waterproof coat and layers. Expect only 75 to 110 hours of sunshine a month, which makes indoor sights like the things to do in Vitoria-Gasteiz attractions a sensible plan, and it is the cheapest season for hotels, covered in our where to stay in Vitoria-Gasteiz guide.

Vitoria-Gasteiz Weather in Spring: March, April and May

Spring warms up steadily but stays wet. March averages 14.7°C (58°F) by day and 2.4°C (36°F) at night, rising to 20.6°C (69°F) highs by May. This is one of the rainiest stretches of the year, with 65 to 73 mm a month in March and April, so bring an umbrella. The Green Ring parks come alive from April onward, and May is when the city starts to feel reliably pleasant for walking. For what to pack for the cool mornings, see our travel tips for Vitoria-Gasteiz article.

Vitoria-Gasteiz Weather in Summer: June, July and August

Summer is the driest and brightest season, but never hot. August is the warmest month with an average high of 27.4°C (81°F) and a low of 12.4°C (54°F), and nights stay cool because of the altitude. Rainfall drops to 40 to 45 mm a month, and July delivers the most sunshine at 245 hours. Daytime highs rarely exceed 30°C (86°F), which makes summer ideal for cycling the 33 km Green Ring or sitting out at a pintxo bar in the districts described in our neighborhoods in Vitoria-Gasteiz guide.

Vitoria-Gasteiz Weather in Autumn: September, October and November

September keeps a summer feel with highs of 24.1°C (75°F) and only 40 mm of rain, but autumn arrives fast. October averages 19.2°C (67°F) by day, and November is the wettest month of the year at 90 mm with just 90 hours of sun. This is festival season in the city, and for practical details on planning around the weather and events, see our events and festivals in Vitoria-Gasteiz article.