March in the Camino Portugués de la Costa ushers in mild temperatures, often reaching highs of around 12°C to 16°C. However, the region is no stranger to periodic downpours, with heavy rain showers interspersed with stretches of sunshine, especially along the coast. It’s a month of fluctuating skies where persistent clouds and clear, sunny breaks vie for dominance, creating an ever-changing tableau for pilgrims.
The journey starts in the coastal city of Porto, where March often mixes cloudy skies with intermittent bursts of sunshine. Temperatures here tend to hover around mild highs of 13°C to 16°C, while lows rarely dip below 4°C. As you progress toward towns like Labruge and Póvoa de Varzim, the weather remains changeable, with potential for moderate to heavy rain showers, often followed by brighter spells. March winds can at times sweep in from the Atlantic, adding to the variability.
In Viana do Castelo, rain is a likely companion as moderate showers frequently blanket the region. Despite the wet conditions, the occasional sunny day breaks through, making for brief moments of warmth and light. The highs continue to stay around 12°C to 16°C.
Crossing into Galicia, regions such as A Ramallosa and Vigo greet you with slightly warmer days, reaching up to 22°C during sunny intervals, although rainfall remains a frequent visitor. As you move between Vigo and Redondela, there's a mix of sunny and overcast days, punctuated by sudden heavy rain showers.
Entering Pontevedra, the climate reflects more of Galicia's typical March weather: alternating between clear skies and significant bouts of rain. Highs may briefly touch 21°C on warmer days. Advancing toward Santiago de Compostela, the weather pattern holds steady with sporadic heavy rain amidst sunny stretches, culminating the journey under March's capricious climate tapestry.
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