In July, the Camino del Norte presents varied weather across its regions from the Basque Country to Galicia. Temperatures range from mild to warm, with highs reaching the mid-20s to low 30s °C. Rainfall is intermittent, with some days experiencing heavy showers, while others remain sunny or partly cloudy. The weather along the trail can be unpredictable, with a mix of sun and occasional rain showers.
The journey begins in Irún, where July weather offers a mix of sunny days and rain showers, with highs around 26°C and precipitation reaching up to 24 mm on some days. San Sebastián follows a similar pattern with temperatures averaging 24°C and regular bouts of rain. As travelers move to Zarautz, the weather remains variable, featuring sunshine interspersed with heavy rain at times. Deba and Markina-Xemein see occasional sunny breaks but also experience moderate rain showers.
In Castro Urdiales, sunny spells are consistent, with temperatures hovering around 24°C, and some days bring patchy rain. Laredo experiences similar weather, with sunny days broken by sporadic rain showers. As the path leads to Güemes and Santander, expect moderate rain and temperatures reaching 24°C, while Santillana del Mar and Comillas share a pattern of sunny days punctuated by occasional heavy rain.
Colombres introduces a steady climb in temperature to the mid-20s °C, with rain showers expected intermittently. Llanes through Gijón present a sunny climate, but travelers should be prepared for sudden rain bursts, especially as they reach Ribadesella, Colunga, and Villaviciosa. The weather becomes less predictable with overcast conditions doubled by heavy rain in some locales like Avilés and Muros de Nalón.
Ribadeo begins with a partly cloudy weather mixed with rain, while the trail stretching to Mondoñedo records sunny and patchy rain spells. Abadín experiences sunny weather with light occasional showers. As one moves forward to Santiago de Compostela, the climatic conditions show more variability, blending sunny periods with patchy rain, especially notable towards the end of the trek.
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