We recommend starting the Camino de Santiago Francés either between late March and mid May, or in September. Other months may work for you as well, but we think that this range is, at the very least, a good starting point in your search for the perfect weather on the Camino.
This recommendation takes into account historical weather data, focusing on key factors such as average daily highs, record temperatures, and precipitation levels. By starting your Camino during these months, you can expect moderate temperatures and minimal rainfall, ideal for a long-distance hike.
Of course, while these recommendations provide a solid starting point, everyone's preferences and circumstances are unique. For example, if you prefer walking in the cooler morning hours to avoid midday heat, you might prioritize dates with drier conditions. On the other hand, if you are more accustomed to colder climates, you may choose to avoid hotter periods - even if it means encountering more rain. Our search tool allows you to customize your journey to align with your specific needs and preferences, ensuring the best possible experience on the Camino.
Furthermore, if your plan differs from walking the standard stages from Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port to Santiago de Compostela, then you can edit the Search Settings below accordingly.
This ensures you won’t be walking in overly hot weather.
Similarly, this ensures you won’t be walking in cold weather.
This might sound similar to the first step – but instead of looking at averages, it filters out extreme temperatures that don’t happen every year. In other words, you’re excluding those parts of the year when there might be a heat wave.
Like the previous step, this applies to extremes instead of averages – but this time you’re excluding cold snaps.
This step excludes those times of year which might have storms or intense showers.
If the previous steps haven’t narrowed down the search to 20%, you can further limit the dates by finding the overall driest periods.
Feel free to use this guide as a starting point to find the time of year that best suits your personal needs and preferences. By tailoring the filters to your specific situation, you can discover the perfect time of year for your Camino.
Below is our weather search tool, with the filters already set up according to this process.
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