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 7
Start town
Le Puy-en-Velay
End date
Sep 4
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
1.9 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.

This overview is for an early August start, walking the standard stages.
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