In December, the Vía Podiensis trail experiences a wide range of weather conditions across its regions. The temperature fluctuates significantly, with highs occasionally reaching into the low teens while nights often drop below freezing. Precipitation is frequent, manifesting as both snow and rain showers. Cloud cover is prevalent, yet there are sunny spells that punctuate the otherwise overcast skies, providing brief moments of clear weather. The diverse weather patterns along the trail reflect the varied climates of the regions it traverses.
Starting in Le Puy-en-Velay, the weather can be severe with conditions ranging from light freezing rain to heavy snow, and temperatures fluctuating widely from -2°C to 13°C. The trail continues to Saint-Privat-d'Allier, where cloudy skies dominate and temperatures swing between -11°C and 13°C. In Saugues, overcast skies persist, occasionally breaking into sunny spells, while temperatures hover from -13°C to 11°C. At Domaine du Sauvage, moderate to heavy rain showers are frequent, paired with mist, and temperatures range from 0°C to 11°C.
The trail in Aumont-Aubrac encounters both moderate snow and sunny weather, with temperatures ranging from -8°C to 13°C. In Nasbinals, mixed weather is prevalent, including rain and occasional snow, as temperatures fluctuate between -6°C and 9°C. Continuing to Saint-Côme-d'Olt, sporadic sunny periods and snow showers are the norm, with highs of 13°C. In Estaing, moderate snowfall occurs frequently, contrasting with sunny intervals, and temperatures vary from -8°C to 9°C. Further to Conques, conditions include light freezing rain and moderate to heavy rain showers, with temperatures ranging from -4°C to 12°C.
In Lectoure, rain showers and cloudy periods are common, with highs reaching 15°C. Condom experiences sporadic rain, some heavy, while temperatures vary between -2°C and 17°C. Upon reaching Eauze, the weather includes both rainy and sunny days, with warmer highs up to 17°C. In Nogaro, partly cloudy skies and moderate rain feature prominently, with temperatures fluctuating from 0°C to 19°C. Lastly, in Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port, the trail finishes with a mix of sunny spells and rainy days, with temperatures ranging from 1°C to 20°C.
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