Weather forecast for the Camino de los Faros in December

In December, the Camino de los Faros experiences fluctuating weather conditions, characterized by a mix of rain and sunshine. The temperature ranges from lows near freezing to highs in the mid-teens Celsius. Rainfall varies greatly, with some days experiencing heavy showers and others remaining dry. The skies are frequently overcast or partly cloudy, though sunny spells do occur. It's important to note that the weather conditions can change rapidly, contributing to the dynamic climate of the region during this winter month.

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Start date
Dec 1
Start town
Malpica
End date
Dec 8
End town
Faro de Finisterre
Units
metric (°C, mm, km)
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Total days
8
Total distance
196 km
Daily distance
24.5 km
Average high
13°C
Average low
8°C
Average precipitation
4.6 mm/day

The month of December on the Camino de los Faros is marked by a series of varying weather patterns. Initially, days start with bouts of heavy rain, as seen in Malpica, where temperatures reach highs of 15°C and lows of 5°C. Rain persists, with precipitation reaching up to 20.6 mm on particularly wet days. As the journey progresses towards Niñóns and Ponteceso, temperatures remain similar, but there is a brief respite from rain, allowing the sun to make a few appearances. However, overcast conditions return, bringing moderate rain showers.

Further along, places like Laxe and Arou experience a mix of patchy rain and partly cloudy skies. Arou sees one of the heavier rainfalls, while sunny days become more frequent towards Camariñas. By the time travelers reach Muxía and Nemiña, rain intensifies again, with precipitation reaching up to 25.9 mm in Nemiña. The temperatures continue to fluctuate, maintaining a pattern of mild highs and chilly lows.

Finally, at Faro de Finisterre, the weather shifts towards overcast skies with intermittent light rains. Despite the persistent cloud cover, occasional sunny intervals punctuate the grey, making for a variable but quintessential winter experience along the Camino de los Faros.

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