AI-generatedZarautz at a glance
- Best time
- Jul – Aug
- Warmest month
- Aug · 25°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 22.3°
- Sunshine a year
- 1,850 h
- Rain a year
- 1,370 mm
- Climate
- Temperate
- Time zone
- UTC+1 / UTC+2
- Elevation
- 6 m
Climate in Zarautz
Zarautz has a temperate climate with warm summers and cool winters. August is the warmest month with average highs of 25 °C, while January is the coolest at 13 °C. With around 1,850 hours of sunshine a year, Zarautz is moderately sunny; July is the sunniest month with 6.6 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Zarautz
The best time to visit Zarautz is from July to August. The sea reaches 22.3 °C in August, but frequent rain gets in the way of a classic beach holiday. The wettest month is November with 182 mm of precipitation.
Zarautz through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Zarautz in spring
Mar – May
Poor
- 16–20 °C by day
- Sea 14 °C
- 5.5 h of sun a day
- 46 rainy days in all
Zarautz in summer
Jun – Aug
Good
- 22–25 °C by day
- Sea 21 °C
- 6.5 h of sun a day
- 38 rainy days in all
Zarautz in autumn
Sep – Nov
Poor
- 16–23 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 4.8 h of sun a day
- 43 rainy days in all
Zarautz in winter
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 13–14 °C by day
- Sea 13 °C
- 3.4 h of sun a day
- 46 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
No month
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
No month
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
All year
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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Your best months: July – August
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Poor
Best time to visit: July – August
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Keep in mindFrequent rain
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 15°
- Midday, 13:00: about 19°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 20°
- Evening, 20:00: about 18°
- Night, 23:00: about 17°
08:2119:28
Pleasant evenings; a light layer can help.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 08:03–09:00 · evening 18:49–19:45
- Blue hour
- Morning 07:52–08:03 · evening 19:45–19:56
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Zarautz compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 22° at the start of the month to 18° at the end. The sea cools from 20° to 17°. The days get 1.4 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 22° | 18° |
| Night-time low | 15° | 12° |
| Sea | 20° | 17° |
| Daylight | 11.8 h | 10.4 h |
What is the weather like in Zarautz in October?
In October, Zarautz is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 18.6 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 4.7 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 14 rainy days and 114 mm in total. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in Zarautz.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 7 min08:21 – 19:28
- UV index
- 3 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 0 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 18 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 62 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Snow days
- 0 days1 cm or more of fresh snow
- Time zone
- UTC+2offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %23 %
- Seaweight 25 %23 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %28 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %32 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Wetsuit for longer swims
- Sunscreen
- A jumper for the evenings
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Compare two months in Zarautz
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
August has the better holiday weather in Zarautz: score 72 against 26. In August, days are 5 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 4 °C warmer in August. August has one rainy day fewer. The sun shines 2 hours longer a day in August.
| Month | October | August |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 26 | 72better |
| Daytime high | 20° | 25° |
| Night-time low | 14° | 19° |
| Sea | 18.6° | 22.3° |
| Sunshine | 4.7 h | 6.5 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 14 | 13better |
| Rainfall | 114 mm | 81 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 0better | 6 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Zarautz month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
3January13° · Sea 13° · 3.1 h
In January, Zarautz is cool: daytime highs average 13 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 12.9 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.1 hours a day. It rains often – on about 16 days, adding up to 143 mm. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Zarautz.
Zarautz in January9February14° · Sea 12° · 4.0 h
In February, Zarautz is cool: daytime highs average 14 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 12.4 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.0 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 14 days, adding up to 123 mm. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Zarautz.
Zarautz in February11March16° · Sea 13° · 4.9 h
In March, Zarautz is cool: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 12.6 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.9 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 15 days, adding up to 115 mm. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Zarautz.
Zarautz in March12April17° · Sea 14° · 5.5 h
In April, Zarautz is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 13.8 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.5 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 15 days, adding up to 112 mm. All in all, April is not an ideal month for a holiday in Zarautz.
Zarautz in April19May20° · Sea 16° · 6.2 h
In May, Zarautz is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 16.0 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 6.2 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 16 days, adding up to 110 mm. All in all, May is not an ideal month for a holiday in Zarautz.
Zarautz in May45June22° · Sea 19° · 6.5 h
In June, Zarautz is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 19.3 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 6.5 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 90 mm in total. All in all, June is a so-so month for a holiday in Zarautz.
Zarautz in June63July24° · Sea 21° · 6.6 h
In July, Zarautz is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 21.4 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 6.6 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 73 mm in total. All in all, July is a good month for a holiday in Zarautz.
Zarautz in July72August25° · Sea 22° · 6.5 h
In August, Zarautz is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 22.3 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 6.5 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 81 mm in total. All in all, August is a good month for a holiday in Zarautz.
Zarautz in August56September23° · Sea 21° · 6.2 h
In September, Zarautz is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 21.1 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 6.2 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 92 mm in total. All in all, September is a so-so month for a holiday in Zarautz.
Zarautz in September26October20° · Sea 19° · 4.7 h
In October, Zarautz is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 18.6 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 4.7 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 14 rainy days and 114 mm in total. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in Zarautz.
Zarautz in October3November16° · Sea 16° · 3.4 h
In November, Zarautz is mild: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 16.1 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.4 hours a day. It rains often – on about 17 days, adding up to 182 mm. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in Zarautz.
Zarautz in November4December14° · Sea 14° · 3.0 h
In December, Zarautz is cool: daytime highs average 14 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 14.1 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.0 hours a day. It rains often – on about 15 days, adding up to 136 mm. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Zarautz.
Zarautz in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Zarautz
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Cool 8–15°
- Pleasant 15–20°
CoolOctober: nights around 14°. A duvet at night and a jumper for the evening.
The coolest nights are in February (8°), the warmest in August (19°). Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from June to September.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 3 | 13° | 8° | 12.9° | 3.1 h | 16 | 143 |
| FebruaryFeb | 9 | 14° | 8° | 12.4° | 4.0 h | 14 | 123 |
| MarchMar | 11 | 16° | 9° | 12.6° | 4.9 h | 15 | 115 |
| AprilApr | 12 | 17° | 11° | 13.8° | 5.5 h | 15 | 112 |
| MayMay | 19 | 20° | 13° | 16.0° | 6.2 h | 16 | 110 |
| JuneJun | 45 | 22° | 16° | 19.3° | 6.5 h | 13 | 90 |
| JulyJul | 63 | 24° | 18° | 21.4° | 6.6 h | 13 | 73 |
| AugustAug | 72 | 25° | 19° | 22.3° | 6.5 h | 13 | 81 |
| SeptemberSep | 56 | 23° | 17° | 21.1° | 6.2 h | 13 | 92 |
| OctoberOct | 26 | 20° | 14° | 18.6° | 4.7 h | 14 | 114 |
| NovemberNov | 3 | 16° | 11° | 16.1° | 3.4 h | 17 | 182 |
| DecemberDec | 4 | 14° | 9° | 14.1° | 3.0 h | 15 | 136 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
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Sea temperature in Zarautz
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 17.7 – 19.7 °C
Swimming season: Jul – Sep
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Zarautz ranges from 12.4 °C in February to 22.3 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from July to September.
From November to December the sea is even warmer than the afternoon air. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in August, eight out of ten years were between 21.4 and 23.4 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 12.9° | 12.3° | 13.8° | cold |
| FebruaryFeb | 12.4° | 11.8° | 13.3° | cold |
| MarchMar | 12.6° | 12.0° | 13.2° | cold |
| AprilApr | 13.8° | 13.1° | 14.6° | cold |
| MayMay | 16.0° | 15.2° | 16.9° | cold |
| JuneJun | 19.3° | 18.0° | 20.5° | fresh |
| JulyJul | 21.4° | 20.3° | 22.9° | refreshing |
| AugustAug | 22.3° | 21.4° | 23.4° | refreshing |
| SeptemberSep | 21.1° | 19.9° | 22.0° | refreshing |
| OctoberOct | 18.6° | 17.7° | 19.7° | fresh |
| NovemberNov | 16.1° | 15.1° | 17.1° | cold |
| DecemberDec | 14.1° | 13.3° | 15.1° | cold |
Sunshine hours in Zarautz
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 4.7 of 11.1 hours of daylight in Zarautz, 42 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: measured at the weather station 11 km away, averages 1991–2020 (WMO climate normals). Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain in Zarautz: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Zarautz has about 14 rainy days with 114 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Zarautz
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 3 · moderateAround midday seek shade; use sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in June (UV 9).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 40 min
- Fair skin
- about 50 min
- Light brown skin
- about 70 min
- Olive skin
- about 90 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind and clouds in Zarautz
How breezy and how cloudy Zarautz is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Zarautz typically peaks at 18 km/h during the day: Beaufort 3, gentle breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
From Beaufort 4 (20 km/h) the daily breeze is usually enough for windsurfing and often for kiting: Nov – Mar.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 62 % of the sky over Zarautz: variable cloud, with about 4.7 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat and humidity in Zarautz
How often the day gets hot in Zarautz (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, Zarautz has about 0 hot days, with an average daytime high of 20 °C: pleasant. Heat plays no part this month.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
Planning a trip to Zarautz
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Zarautz in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Zarautz has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 69) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 4).
- 12
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Poor
- 17 °C by day
- Sea 13 °C
- 5.3 h of sun a day
- 15 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 24
May half-term
May – Jun
Poor
- 20 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 6.3 h of sun a day
- 15 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 69
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
GoodBest holidays
- 24 °C by day
- Sea 22 °C
- 6.5 h of sun a day
- 13 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 26
October half-term
Oct
Poor
- 20 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 4.7 h of sun a day
- 14 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 4
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Poor
- 14 °C by day
- Sea 14 °C
- 3.1 h of sun a day
- 16 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 1 h 35 min
- Distance
- 920 km
- Time zone
- UTC+2
- Jet lag
- Hardly any (under 3 h)
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
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Zarautz vs San Sebastián
In October the holiday weather in Zarautz and San Sebastián is about equally good (score 26 vs 25). During the day it is about as warm in San Sebastián as in Zarautz. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Zarautz | San Sebastián |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 26 | 25 |
| Daytime high | 20° | 20° |
| Sea | 19° | 19° |
| Sunshine | 5 h | 5 h |
| Rainy days | 14 | 14 |
| Best time | Jul – Aug | May – Oct |
Through the year
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Frequently asked questions about Zarautz
When is the best time to visit Zarautz?
The best time to visit Zarautz is from July to August. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Zarautz?
The sea temperature in Zarautz ranges from 12.4 °C in February to 22.3 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from July to September.
Can you swim in Zarautz in October?
Only if you don't mind cold water: in October the sea averages just 18.6 °C. Comfortable swimming is possible from July to September.
What is the warmest month in Zarautz?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 25 °C and nights around 19 °C. January is the coolest month at 13 °C.
When does it rain most in Zarautz?
The wettest month is November with 182 mm of precipitation. The driest month is July with 73 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Zarautz get?
Zarautz gets around 1,850 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 6.6 hours a day; in December there are 3.0 hours a day.
What time zone is Zarautz in?
Zarautz is on UTC+1 in January and UTC+2 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Zarautz?
A nonstop flight from London to Zarautz takes about 1 h 35 min, for a straight-line distance of about 920 km.
Which school holidays are best for Zarautz?
Zarautz has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 69) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 4). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 12, May half-term 24, summer holidays 69, October half-term 26, Christmas holidays 4.