Weather forecast for the Caminho da Geira e dos Arrieiros in December

In December along the Caminho da Geira e dos Arrieiros, weather conditions vary from moderate rain showers to stretches of sunny spells. Temperatures fluctuate, with highs ranging from low teens to mid-teens Celsius, while lows can dip to near freezing, especially in higher altitude areas. Rainfall is frequent but interspersed with dry, sunny days, offering a mixed bag of weather experiences for trekkers.

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Start date
Dec 1
Start town
Braga
End date
Dec 9
End town
Santiago de Compostela
Units
metric (°C, mm, km)
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Total days
9
Total distance
239 km
Daily distance
26.6 km
Average high
12°C
Average low
5°C
Average precipitation
4.2 mm/day

Starting in Braga, the weather alternates between moderate rain and periods of sunshine with highs typically around 13°C and lows occasionally dropping to 2°C. Rainfall varies, but there are clear days as well.

In Caldelas, there's a similar pattern with frequent rain showers and sunny days. Temperatures hover around 12°C and can drop to just below freezing.

As trekkers move on to Campo do Gerês, the weather remains varied with both overcast skies and sunny intervals. Rain showers are common, but there are also sunny, dry days.

In Lobios, patchy rain and cloudy days continue, with temperatures reaching up to 16°C on sunny days.

Moving through Castro Laboreiro to Cortegada, there are bursts of heavy rain but also long stretches of sunshine. Daytime temperatures often reach 15°C, though nights can be chilly.

Continuing to Pazos de Arenteiro and Beariz, the weather includes frequent rain and temperatures ranging from 13°C to 16°C, with occasional clear days punctuating the wetter periods.

As the trail progresses to Codeseda, rain is intermittent, and sunny spells are enjoyed with manageable temperatures.

Finally, in Santiago de Compostela, the weather culmination sees moderate rain showers and overcast days, with temperatures varying slightly, typically around 13°C.

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