Climate Overview
The climate in Gasteiz / Vitoria is temperate. The average annual temperature is 12°C and approximately 842mm of precipitation falls per year. November is the wettest month, receiving around 98mm of rainfall. Gasteiz / Vitoria is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, September. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 2°C. Light snow can occur between January and December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Gasteiz / Vitoria vary considerably across the year, with a 25°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 27°C and the mean temperature sits around 20°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 2°C and an average of 5°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 5°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Gasteiz / Vitoria is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 842mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 70mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 98mm of rainfall. January and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 29mm. That's 69mm less than November, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Light snowfall can occur between January and December, totalling around 35cm annually. January is the snowiest month with approximately 12cm.
Wind
Gasteiz / Vitoria is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 9km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is March, averaging 11km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 8km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
7 days until Autumn
It is currently summer in Gasteiz / Vitoria, which began on June 21, 2026. Gasteiz / Vitoria is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in August at around 27°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 2°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (7 days from now).
Spring
Temperatures range from 4 to 19°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 236mm for the season, averaging 79mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 12 to 27°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 131mm over the season and a monthly average of 44mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 5 to 23°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 232mm for the season, averaging 77mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from 2 to 12°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 242mm for the season, averaging 81mm per month. Expect around 26cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Gasteiz / Vitoria is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 46mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 2°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Gasteiz / Vitoria based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.