Weather forecast for the Ruta del Argar in March

In March, the Ruta del Argar trail showcases a variety of weather patterns across the regions of Murcia and Castilla-La Mancha. The Murcia region experiences frequent sunny days, interspersed with periods of moderate to heavy rain showers. While temperatures are generally mild, they can dip significantly during colder, rainier spells. Moving to Castilla-La Mancha, the weather conditions are similar, with alternating sunny spells and rain showers. However, some locations in this region show a tendency for more significant rain events, occasionally accompanied by cloudy days.

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Start date
Mar 1
Start town
Lorca
End date
Mar 14
End town
Toledo
Units
metric (°C, mm, km)
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Total days
14
Total distance
451 km
Daily distance
32.2 km
Average high
15°C
Average low
6°C
Average precipitation
1.6 mm/day

Murcia

Starting in Lorca, the weather varies from partly cloudy to sunny skies, with a notable dip in temperatures during rain showers. Mild rainfall is observed alongside fluctuations in daily high and low temperatures, ranging from 11°C to 21°C. In Zarcilla de Ramos, early moderate rain showers transition to prolonged sunny periods. Later, heavy rain interrupts the sunny intervals, with temperatures peaking at 24°C. Further in La Encarnación, persistent rain showers dominate the earlier days, giving way to clearer skies. The temperatures mark a rise, occasionally reaching 22°C, though falling during intermittent rain. As the trail moves towards Moratalla, a pattern of partly cloudy and sunny conditions emerges amidst moderate rain periods. Rainfall peaks with occasional heavy showers, while temperatures vary from 10°C to 22°C.

Castilla-La Mancha

In Socovos, the weather shifts from clouds and rain to sunny days. Cooler temperatures accompany rainy patches, with highs reaching 15°C during sunny spells. Elche de la Sierra continues with alternating sunny and rainy periods, resulting in moderate temperatures with highs of 16°C. Progressing to Riópar, an early prevalence of cloudy and rainy conditions transitions to sunny skies. Temperatures achieve highs around 21°C, but heavy rains cause transient cooling. In Vianos, patchy rain and clouds punctuate otherwise sunny periods, accompanied by temperatures fluctuating between 8°C and 21°C. In Viveros, predominantly sunny weather, interrupted by patchy rain and overcast days, brings temperatures up to 25°C. Similar conditions persist through Lagunas de Ruidera and Tomelloso, where moderate rain showers occasionally break the sunny spells. Temperatures repeatedly reach mid to upper 20s°C. Alcázar de San Juan experiences frequent sunny days, with brief interruptions from patchy rain. In Madridejos, an early predominance of sun is followed by occasional showers and overcast periods. As the trail concludes in Mora and Toledo, mixed rainy and sunny days dominate, with notable thunderstorms. The temperatures generally stay mild, maxing around 26°C.

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