Sopelana

City in Bizkaia, Spain

Overview

Sopelana is a scenic coastal town in the Basque Country known for its stunning beaches, lively surf scene, and relaxed lifestyle. It offers a blend of natural beauty and local culture, making it an ideal destination for those seeking both adventure and tranquility.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
Spain
Province
Bizkaia
Population
Time Zone
Europe/Madrid
Coordinates
43.38°, -2.98°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
92
Female Safety
90
LGBTQ+ Safety
85
Traffic Safety
90
Food Safety
98
Monthly Cost
$1,958
Local Cost
$1,220
Local Income
$1,800
Cashless
75
English
55
Temperature
14.9°C
Summer Avg
19.9°C
Winter Avg
10.2°C
Record High
36.0°C
Record Low
-0.1°C
Humidity
77%
Precipitation
1002 mm
Internet Speed
303 Mbps
Upload
326 Mbps
Latency
13 ms
City Vibrancy
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
100
Walk Score
100
Footways
1126.0
Airport
BIO
Distance
10 km

Frequently Asked Questions

Data sources

Source-backed data

NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-21.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 6 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-09.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.

Estimated data

Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 75/100.