January along the Camino Inglés is marked by a blend of crisp winter mornings, fluctuating temperatures, and frequent rain, creating a dynamic weather experience. Morning lows can drop to 0°C, while afternoon highs hover around 15°C. The route often experiences periods of cloud cover and rain showers, with the occasional appearance of clear skies bringing brief sunshine. Rainfall varies significantly, with some days witnessing notable downpours, contributing to a generally wet atmosphere throughout the month.
Starting the journey in Ferrol, January is characterized by a mix of weather conditions, from partly cloudy days to heavy rain showers, with temperatures ranging from lows of 3°C to highs of 19°C. Rainfall can be unpredictable, sometimes staying dry or dropping over 40 mm on wetter days.
As the route advances to Pontedeume, the weather remains similarly varied. Heavy rain is common, interspersed with dry spells and clear skies. The temperatures here fluctuate slightly, with highs reaching up to 16°C and lows around 5°C to 13°C. Precipitation can be intense, sometimes exceeding 20 mm daily.
Continuing to Betanzos, the trend of mixed weather persists with heavy rain showers and occasional sunny intervals. Temperatures peak at about 17°C during the day and fall to 6°C at night, with rain regularly affecting the trail, particularly during moderate to heavy rain showers.
Approaching Hospital de Bruma, walkers will face frequent rain, yet there are occasional sunny and clear moments. The highs can climb to 16°C, with nighttime temperatures dropping to 4°C, contributing to often chilly conditions, especially when the rain clears.
In Sigüeiro, overcast skies and bouts of heavy rain define the conditions, alongside the sun making appearances. Daytime temperatures range between 6°C and 15°C, while nights can get quite cold, with temperatures sometimes near or just below 0°C. Rainfall is frequent and sometimes significant.
Finally, reaching Santiago de Compostela, the weather continues the pattern of variability with overcast skies, rain showers, and occasional sunshine, creating a complex end to the journey. Temperatures range from lows of around -1°C to highs of 14°C, often accompanied by fog and significant rainfall on certain days, underscoring Galicia's wet winter climate.
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