Weather forecast for the Vía Podiensis in August

August along the Vía Podiensis witnesses diverse weather patterns across various regions. In the beginning, temperatures range from 17°C to 31°C, occasionally dipping as low as 7°C at night, accompanied by intermittent rain and partly cloudy skies. Mid-route, a mix of sunny days and rain showers is expected, with highs reaching up to 38°C, bringing warm nights between 11°C and 22°C. Moving towards the later stages, a trend of mixed weather with sunshine and patchy rain persists, while temperatures stabilize with highs frequently around 32°C and lows around 14°C. Rain showers are prevalent but short-lived, creating a dynamic yet predictable climate for walkers.

Forecast settings

Start date
Aug 1
Start town
Le Puy-en-Velay
End date
Aug 29
End town
Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port
Units
metric (°C, mm, km)
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Total days
29
Total distance
743 km
Daily distance
25.6 km
Average high
27°C
Average low
15°C
Average precipitation
2.2 mm/day

Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

The weather in this region showcases a blend of sunny days and bouts of rain. Le Puy-en-Velay often experiences highs ranging from 17°C to 31°C with occasional heavy rain showers, keeping the landscape lush. Saint-Privat-d'Allier sees a mix of sunny days and moderate to heavy rain showers, with temperatures oscillating between 20°C and 32°C.

In Saugues, the trend of patchy rain possible persists with a few sunny spells, bringing temperatures up to 35°C. Domaine du Sauvage experiences sunny days interspersed with heavy rain showers, with temperatures often peaking at 35°C and lows around 10°C.

Occitanie

Aumont-Aubrac brings sunny spells with patchy rain, with temperatures peaking at 30°C. In Nasbinals, the weather largely remains sunny with occasional heavy showers, with temperatures hovering around 29°C.

Heading towards Saint-Côme-d'Olt and Estaing, showers become more frequent, seeing heavy falls occasionally, with highs fluctuating between 17°C and 36°C, and substantial precipitation creating brief cool spells.

Conques and Figeac frequently face sunny conditions interrupted by occasional heavy rain showers, maintaining temperatures between 16°C and 36°C. Varied weather continues towards Cajarc, Varaire, and Cahors, where temperatures remain warm around 28°C to 35°C.

Nouvelle-Aquitaine

In Lectoure and Condom, the weather stays predominantly sunny, with an occasional heavy shower, ensuring temperatures remain between 27°C and 39°C. As the path moves toward Eauze and Nogaro, showers become more common but temperatures remain persistently high.

At Arzacq-Arraziguet and Arthez-de-Béarn, sunny spells are occasionally interrupted by rain showers, with temperatures frequently ranging from 19°C to 39°C. As walkers approach Navarrenx, Aroue, and Ostabat, the weather sees heavy rain showers peppered with sunshine, while temperatures stay between 18°C and 36°C.

Finally, Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port marks the end of the journey with a mix of sunny days and heavy intermittent showers, maintaining a climate of 19°C to 32°C. The dynamic August weather along the Vía Podiensis ensures an invigorating pilgrimage experience across the changing landscapes and regional climates.

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