In April, the Camino Portugués Central presents a varied weather experience. Beginning in the sunny south around Lisboa, conditions can quickly shift to include rain showers. As pilgrims proceed northward through regions such as Santarem, Centro, and Norte to Galicia, they will encounter a mix of sunshine and significant rainfall. While temperatures are generally mild, averaging between 12°C at night and 27°C during the day, rain can be substantial in areas like Porto and Santiago de Compostela, with precipitation reaching up to 43 mm on the wettest days. Overall, April showcases both clear and overcast days, often accompanied by showers.
Starting in Lisboa, April often features sunny days with highs reaching 24°C. However, frequent shifts to cloudy skies and moderate to heavy rains at times are common. Pilgrims can experience days with no rainfall interspersed with significant rain showers, collecting up to 29 mm.
In Santarém and Golegã, the weather pattern is similar, with partly cloudy skies and periods of sunshine. Temperatures can peak at 27°C, while occasional rain showers occur with daily accumulations reaching 19 mm. Rainfall is less predictable here, with both dry and wet spells.
As the route progresses through the Centro region, including cities like Coimbra and Porto, overcast conditions often dominate, accompanied by bursts of sunshine. Temperatures remain mild with occasional sunny spells allowing temperatures to rise to 29°C. Heavier rains are more common here, especially as one moves towards Águeda, with some days seeing up to 44 mm of rain.
Approaching the Norte region, including localities like Barcelos and Ponte de Lima, the weather remains unpredictable. While there are sunny stretches, rain frequently occurs, with daily totals occasionally surpassing 30 mm.
Finally, entering Galicia, Tui to Santiago de Compostela presents classic April weather of mixed sun and heavy rain. Though sunny periods are interwoven, rain showers are frequent and sometimes heavy, such as in Santiago, where showers can bring accumulations as high as 28 mm in a single day. Despite the rain, temperatures stay relatively warm, providing comfortable walking conditions between showers.
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