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 09:01 (UTC+2).
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The year at a glance
June · high 23°C · rain 123mm · 15.4h of daylight · in the recommended window
shaded columns are the recommended window
Measured at Hondarribia, the arrival airport
Averages for 2019–2023 from Open-Meteo’s archive, not a forecast
| 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 |
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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 middling.
What sort of trip is San Sebastián good for?
San Sebastián is good for food and drink, relaxing holidays, beach and sun holidays, history and culture.
How rainy is San Sebastián?
The wettest month in San Sebastián is November at 271mm (10.7in), the driest July at 72mm (2.8in), with a monthly average of 149mm (5.8in).
What plug do I need for San Sebastián?
San Sebastián uses type C, F sockets at 230 V.
