Weather forecast for the Camino Mozárabe from Málaga in January

In January, the Camino Mozárabe from Málaga experiences a mix of weather conditions across the regions of Andalusia and Extremadura. The weather varies significantly depending on the locality, with a blend of sunny and rainy days. Temperatures can range from mild to cold, with fluctuating highs and lows throughout the month. Precipitation, in the form of both light drizzles and heavy showers, is common, contributing to the variability of conditions along the trail.

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Start date
Jan 1
Start town
Málaga
End date
Jan 21
End town
Mérida
Units
metric (°C, mm, km)
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Total days
21
Total distance
465 km
Daily distance
22.1 km
Average high
13°C
Average low
5°C
Average precipitation
1.8 mm/day

Andalusia

The region of Andalusia experiences varied weather throughout January. Early in the month, locations such as Málaga and Almogía see mild temperatures with highs reaching up to 19°C, accompanied by both sunny spells and moderate rain at times. As the days progress, areas like Villanueva de la Concepción and Antequera experience heavier rain, with precipitation levels reaching over 25 mm on the wettest days. Despite sunny intervals, cloud coverage remains significant, especially in Villanueva de Algaidas.

Mid-month, the weather in places like Encinas Reales and Lucena continues to fluctuate, with periods of dry, sunny weather interspersed with heavy showers, resulting in accumulated rainfall exceeding 30 mm on certain days. Night temperatures can dip below freezing, particularly in locations such as Doña Mencía and Baena.

Towards the end of the month, Córdoba and surrounding areas encounter a mix of clear and overcast skies, with temperatures ranging from mild highs of 17°C to lows approaching 0°C. While some days are notably dry and sunny, others are marked by moderate rain showers.

Extremadura

In Extremadura, similar weather patterns emerge as those in Andalusia, starting with cloudy skies and moderate temperatures around Monterrubio de la Serena. As January progresses, towns like Castuera and Campanario experience frequent rain, with heavy showers accumulating significant rainfall.

Remote parts of the region, including Don Benito and Torrefresneda, see conditions shifting between overcast and sunny, accompanied by occasional moderate rain. Temperatures here are relatively milder during the day but can drop sharply at night.

Ending the month, Mérida witnesses a range of weather conditions, including several rainy days interspersed with sunny periods. Precipitation fluctuates, culminating in notable rainfall around the midpoint of the month, with temperatures oscillating between 9°C and 16°C during daytime.

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