In February, the weather along the Vía Podiensis varies significantly between regions. In the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes area, walkers encounter cold temperatures with frequent snow showers and occasional rain, while in Occitanie, the weather is more changeable with a mix of rain showers and sunny days. In Nouvelle-Aquitaine, milder temperatures prevail, but periods of rain are common, particularly towards the end of the month.
The journey begins in Le Puy-en-Velay, where walkers experience variable weather conditions, ranging from heavy rain to moderate snowfall with temperatures often below freezing. As they proceed to Saint-Privat-d'Allier, the pattern continues, characterized by moderate rain and snow showers, with brief sunny interludes. Saugues presents similar conditions with occasional sunny spells amidst snow showers and freezing rain. At Domaine du Sauvage, temperatures rise slightly, but the area still experiences recurring rain showers and freezing rain occasions.
In Aumont-Aubrac, frequent heavy rain showers alternate with brief sunny periods, while moderate snow is not uncommon. Moving to Nasbinals, the conditions are consistent with occasional snow and moderate rain. As travelers reach Saint-Côme-d'Olt and Estaing, they continue through mixed conditions of freezing rain and occasional sunshine. At Conques and Livinhac-le-Haut, weather patterns shift frequently between rain and sunshine, with moderate snow possible. Figeac to Auvillar encounters varying rain intensities, from patches of heavy rain to dry sunny days.
In Lectoure, walkers benefit from sunny intervals mixed with occasional rain. As the route progresses to Condom and Eauze, the weather remains predominantly sunny, interspersed with rain showers. Approaching Nogaro, heavy rain begins to feature more prominently, and this pattern persists through Aire-sur-l'Adour and into Arzacq-Arraziguet. Finally, reaching the trail's end at Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port, travelers face moderate rain on several days, but with welcome sunnier gaps in between.
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