Weather forecast for the Camino Olvidado in January

In the Basque Country during January, weather varies with periods of rainfall interspersed with sunny and cloudy days. Temperatures fluctuate broadly, with highs reaching up to 20°C and lows dipping to 5°C. The region experiences bouts of moderate to heavy rain, particularly in Bilbao, making for a mixed climate. Meanwhile, Castile and León endures similarly changeable conditions. This region sees frequent rain, occasional snow and freezing rain, and temperatures hovering between 6°C and -5°C. Some locations witness more intense rainfall, with precipitation reaching up to 46.7 mm on particularly wet days.

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Start date
Jan 1
Start town
Bilbao
End date
Jan 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
9°C
Average low
3°C
Average precipitation
3.3 mm/day

Basque Country

In January, Bilbao experiences a mix of weather conditions. Early in the month, moderate to heavy rain is prevalent, with up to 8.3 mm of precipitation on wetter days. Temperatures climb to 15°C but can fall to 5°C during colder spells. Sunny periods emerge occasionally, providing brief respite from the rain, although heavy downpours return sporadically.

Castile and León

As January progresses, weather in Castile and León fluctuates with frequent rainy days and sporadic sunshine. In locations like Güeñes and Nava de Ordunte, highs reach between 10°C and 16°C, but lows can descend to 0°C. The rain often intensifies to heavy showers, with significant accumulations in places like Fasgar, seeing up to 46.7 mm. On drier days, the sun peeks through, offering temporary relief. Regions such as Igüeña and Cistierna even experience snowfall and temperatures dipping near freezing, adding a wintery touch to the varied climate.

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