In April, the Camino del Norte traverses diverse weather patterns across its regions, from the Basque Country to Galicia. The climate varies with a mix of rain, sunshine, and occasional cloudy days. Expect cool temperatures, with highs typically ranging from 10°C to the mid-20s°C, while lows hover between single digits to low teens. Rainfall can be significant at times, particularly in the Basque Country and Cantabria, where heavy showers are common.
Along the Basque Country stretch, starting in Irún, the weather is dynamic with fluctuations between sunshine and heavy rain. High temperatures hover around the low teens to low 20s°C, with lows ranging from 5°C to 14°C. As walkers progress to San Sebastián and Zarautz, expect patchy rain with intermittent sunny intervals. Deba experiences similar conditions, with frequent rain showers, partly cloudy skies, and occasional sunny days.
In Cantabria, beginning at Castro Urdiales, the weather includes periods of moderate rain and sunshine. Progressing through Laredo and Güemes, consistent patches of rain are balanced by sunny intervals, with temperatures reaching the high teens°C. Santander sees variable weather with bursts of sunshine and rain, leading into more predictable rainy spells in Santillana del Mar and Comillas.
Asturias is characterized by moderate rain showers, particularly in coastal towns like Llanes and Ribadesella. Expect alternating sunny spells and overcast weather. Gijón, Avilés, and the surrounding areas witness heavier rain showers but also enjoy sunshine on some days. Rain is interspersed with partly cloudy intervals as walkers traverse through Villaviciosa and Colunga.
In Galicia, Ribadeo experiences mixed weather patterns with occasional heavy rain showers. Mondoñedo and Gondán show similar trends, featuring rain mixed with sunny weather. As the route nears its end in Santiago de Compostela, expect a combination of overcast skies, moderate rain showers, and occasional sunny days. Temperatures in Galicia tend to rise slightly, marking the warmer end of the trail.
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