Weather forecast for the Camino Ignaciano in December

The Camino Ignaciano spans multiple autonomous communities in Spain, beginning in the Basque Country, passing through La Rioja, and continuing into Catalonia.

In the Basque Country, expect cooler and wetter conditions. Typical temperatures range from lows of 2-7°C and highs of 9-12°C. Rain is quite common, with frequent cloudy days and occasional sunny spells. Precipitation averages between 2.4 to 7.7 mm/day, with several instances of moderate to heavy rain showers.

As you move into La Rioja, the weather becomes slightly milder but remains varied. Temperatures generally range from lows of 3-6°C to highs of 11-12°C. Precipitation decreases to around 1.7 to 2.2 mm/day, with a mix of sunny days, partly cloudy skies, and occasional rain. You may encounter periods of moderate rain at times and patchy rain, but sunny days are more frequent here.

Upon entering Catalonia, the weather tends to be milder and more stable. Expect temperatures between 3-6°C for lows and 12-14°C for highs. Rainfall is generally lower, with daily averages ranging from 0.1 to 1.4 mm. There are many sunny or partly cloudy days, and overcast skies are less frequent. Occasional patches of rain can occur, but extended periods of sunshine are more typical in this region.

Start date
Dec 1
Start town
Loiola
End date
Dec 27
End town
Manresa
Units
metric (°C, mm, km)
Total days
27
Total distance
646 km
Daily distance
23.9 km
Average high
12°C
Average low
4°C
Average precipitation
1.8 mm/day

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