Weather forecast for the Camino Olvidado in December

In December, the Camino Olvidado sees a mix of weather patterns across different regions, starting with the Basque Country and extending into Castile and León. Temperatures vary significantly, with highs reaching up to 17°C and lows dropping to -11°C in some areas. Rain is a common feature, with moderate to heavy showers occurring frequently. Sunny days punctuate some of the periods, providing a brief respite from cloudy or overcast conditions. Noteworthy is the possibility of snow in certain higher altitudes, which can bring an extra chill to the journey.

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Start date
Dec 1
Start town
Bilbao
End date
Dec 21
End town
Cacabelos
Units
metric (°C, mm, km)
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Total days
21
Total distance
488 km
Daily distance
23.2 km
Average high
10°C
Average low
5°C
Average precipitation
4.5 mm/day

Basque Country

In the Basque Country region, Bilbao experiences frequent rain interspersed with occasional sunny spells. Highs can reach up to 20°C, while lows hover around 4°C to 13°C. The area records significant rainfall, particularly on days with heavy showers, accumulating up to 26.9 mm.

Castile and León

In Castile and León, the weather is variable from town to town. Early in the month at Güeñes, highs range from 6°C to 15°C, with lows mostly staying above freezing. Precipitation is frequent, with heavy rainfall sometimes exceeding 16 mm. In the middle of the region, places like Cervera de Pisuerga enjoy sunny days but also encounter heavy rainfall, especially towards the end of the period, accumulating scores of rain on particular days. Conversely, towns like Riello and Igüeña face colder spells, with temperatures dropping below zero and occasional snow showers recorded. Further, south in the region, temperatures stabilize around 6°C to 12°C throughout the month, marking a gradual transition from rain-dominated forecasts to some snowfall towards the late days of December.

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