San Sebastián
A shell-shaped bay ringed by a proper city beach, more Michelin stars per capita than almost anywhere on earth, and pintxos bars where dinner is standing up and moving between three of them.
The best time to visit San Sebastián is Jun–Sep, when typical daytime highs reach about 24°C (75°F). Local time there is 20:19 (UTC+2).
Good for
In season
The year at a glance
June · high 73°F · rain 4.8in · 15.4h of daylight · in the recommended window
shaded columns are the recommended window
Measured at Hondarribia, this page’s gateway
| Month | High °CHigh °F | Rain mmRain in | Light | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 11°C52°F | 191mm7.5in | 9.3h9.3h | |
| February | 15°C59°F | 88mm3.5in | 10.4h10.4h | |
| March | 16°C60°F | 128mm5.0in | 11.8h11.8h | |
| April | 17°C63°F | 123mm4.8in | 13.4h13.4h | |
| May | 19°C67°F | 149mm5.9in | 14.7h14.7h | |
| June | 23°C73°F | 123mm4.8in | 15.4h15.4h | in the recommended window |
| July | 24°C75°F | 72mm2.8in | 15.1h15.1h | in the recommended window |
| August | 25°C76°F | 115mm4.5in | 13.9h13.9h | in the recommended window |
| September | 24°C75°F | 131mm5.2in | 12.4h12.4h | in the recommended window |
| October | 21°C70°F | 152mm6.0in | 10.9h10.9h | |
| November | 16°C60°F | 271mm10.7in | 9.6h9.6h | |
| December | 14°C57°F | 240mm9.4in | 9.0h9.0h |
Good to know
- Currency
- EUR
- Language
- Spanish
- Driving
- on the right
United States: Type A, B at home, you will need an adapter. 230 V there, 120 V at home: check your charger says 100-240 V.
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When is the best time to visit San Sebastián?
The best time to visit San Sebastián is Jun–Sep, when typical daytime highs reach about 24°C (75°F).
How warm does San Sebastián get?
Typical daytime highs in San Sebastián are Mar–May 17°C (63°F), Jun–Aug 24°C (75°F), Sep–Nov 20°C (68°F), Dec–Feb 13°C (56°F).
Is San Sebastián expensive?
On the ground, San Sebastián is mid-range.
What sort of trip is San Sebastián good for?
San Sebastián is good for eating extremely well, an unhurried pace, sunshine and salt water, old stones and real towns.
