Weather forecast for the Camino de Invierno in December

In December, the weather along the Camino de Invierno varies considerably across its regions. In Castile and León, weather is characterized by moderate rainfall, occasional sunny days, and temperatures ranging from lows around -4°C to highs up to 16°C. Meanwhile, in Galicia, conditions can be more unpredictable with several days of heavy rainfall, sunny spells, and temperatures generally between 0°C and 17°C.

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Start date
Dec 1
Start town
Ponferrada
End date
Dec 12
End town
Santiago de Compostela
Units
metric (°C, mm, km)
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Total days
12
Total distance
263 km
Daily distance
21.9 km
Average high
10°C
Average low
4°C
Average precipitation
4.0 mm/day

Castile and León

In December, the region of Castile and León experiences varying weather conditions. Ponferrada sees moderate rain and some sunny days, with temperatures ranging from 1°C to 16°C, while Las Médulas faces occasional heavy rain and freezing conditions, with lows of -6°C and highs reaching 12°C. Despite the rain, there are intervals of clear weather allowing for some sunshine.

Galicia

The December weather in Galicia is marked by significant variability. From O Barco de Valdeorras through Santiago de Compostela, rain is frequent, especially in places like A Pobra do Brollón where rainfall peaks at up to 57.5 mm a day. Despite this, there are days with clear skies and sunshine, particularly in Monforte de Lemos and Silleda. Temperatures across the region generally vary between 0°C and 17°C, with noticeable drops during nights in certain localities. The unpredictable nature of the weather often results in a mix of overcast skies, rain showers, and occasional sunny breaks.

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