In January, the trail 'Caminho da Geira e dos Arrieiros' experiences a wide range of weather conditions. Hikers start with intermittent periods of moderate to heavy rain and overcast skies in Braga, while moving through locations like Caldelas and Campo do Gerês where moderate rain lessens and occasional sunny spells appear. As travelers proceed towards Santiago de Compostela, the weather pattern continues with a mix of sunny days, heavy rain showers, and occasional light snow. Temperatures fluctuate between mild highs and chilly lows, although they do improve slightly as one progresses along the trail. Overall, precipitation levels remain varied throughout, with heavier rainfall concentrated in certain locations over others.
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Starting in Braga, the month begins with frequent instances of moderate to heavy rain showers and overcast conditions. Temperatures display highs reaching up to 19°C with lows dipping to around 1°C, and precipitation varies significantly, with some days experiencing up to 81 mm of rain.
As hikers progress to Caldelas, the pattern of moderate to heavy rain persists, interspersed with overcast days and periods of sunlight. Temperatures remain fairly consistent, with highs around 15°C and lows occasionally dropping to 0°C. Although rainfall is frequent, clear spells provide some respite.
In Campo do Gerês, the weather remains similar with heavy showers appearing frequently but also witnessing sunny breaks. Temperature ranges are typically mild, with highs reaching 15°C and lows at -1°C. Precipitation again varies, with some days remaining dry.
Traveling further to Lobios, conditions continue to include intermittent showers and overcast skies coupled with sunny spells. Maximum temperatures can escalate to 17°C, while lows fluctuate around 0°C, maintaining a diverse pattern of precipitation.
The route through Castro Laboreiro sees a continuation of cloudy weather, moderated by occasional showers, yet sunny interludes occur, with temperatures reaching a high of 14°C and lows dropping to -2°C. Rainfall is moderate overall.
In Cortegada, the weather includes days with moderate or heavy rain but also spans several sunnier intermissions. Highs occasionally rise to 16°C while lows can go down to -2°C, with some days remaining completely dry.
As the route extends past Pazos de Arenteiro, a mix of clear days and rainy episodes persists, with temperatures ranging from a high of 15°C to a low of -1°C. Showers and cloud cover vary in frequency across the location.
Approaching Beariz, hikers experience patchy and heavy showers alongside sunny intervals. Temperatures vary between 15°C highs and lows of -2°C, with rainfall interspersed throughout this stretch.
In Codeseda, cloudy and rainy intervals dominate, but sunny times also come through on some days. Highs can peak at 16°C, and lows descend to -1°C, matching the earlier patterns of precipitation.
Finally reaching Santiago de Compostela, the climate encapsulates a confluence of partly cloudy and overcast skies, with notable moderate or heavy rain showers. Occasional snow patches appear as highs reach 13°C and lows dip to -4°C, bringing the month to a brisk end.
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