April on the Camino de Santiago Francés introduces travelers to a mix of moderate temperatures and varying weather patterns. Mornings may start with a chill, particularly in higher elevations, while daytime highs can fluctuate between mild and warm. Rain showers are common, interspersed with sunny intervals, creating a landscape rich in vibrant spring colors. The weather, though unpredictable at times, often mirrors the transitions of spring, offering a blend of freshness and transformation as pilgrims make their journey.
Starting from Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port, the route kicks off with partly cloudy skies and moderate rain showers. As you ascend through the Pyrenees towards Roncesvalles, expect cooler temperatures, with potential for heavy rain interspersed with sunny spells. Continuing to Zubiri and Pamplona, the pattern remains variable, alternating between overcast skies and sunny moments, but rain showers persist, particularly towards Pamplona.
As you enter the region of La Rioja, the climate shifts, offering more frequent sunny days against a backdrop of lush landscapes. From Puente la Reina to Logroño, daily highs may rise significantly with occasional heavy rain in Los Arcos, breaking the otherwise dry spell.
Progressing into the expansive plains of Castile and León, from Burgos to León, pilgrims encounter colder, more variable conditions. The weather can sway from glorious sunny episodes to unexpected heavy showers, demanding vigilance to the evolving sky. As you pass through towns like Burgos and Astorga, anticipate sporadic cloud cover and moderate rainfall.
Approaching the final stretch, the journey through Galicia is marked by a consistency of rain and fog, typical of its Atlantic climate. From O Cebreiro to Santiago de Compostela, the days may start with mist and end with rain showers, though sunny intervals become more common as you approach Santiago.
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