Weather forecast for the Camino Portugués: Faro - Santarém in March

In March, the Camino Portugués between Faro and Santarém presents varied weather conditions. In the Alentejo region, expect a mix of sunny and rainy days with temperatures ranging from 7°C to 23°C. Rainfall varies with some days seeing heavy showers. The Ribatejo region experiences similar variability, with temperatures ranging from 4°C to 25°C. Rain is frequent, though sunny intervals offer relief. The weather suggests a dynamic month along the trail, with conditions ranging from bright sunny days to heavier downpours and occasional bouts of cloud cover.

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Start date
Mar 1
Start town
Faro
End date
Mar 20
End town
Santarém
Units
metric (°C, mm, km)
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Total days
20
Total distance
464 km
Daily distance
23.2 km
Average high
17°C
Average low
10°C
Average precipitation
2.6 mm/day

Alentejo

Starting in Faro, weather conditions are variable with temperatures peaking at 18°C and dropping to 7°C. Rain is scattered, with some dry, sunny spells. Moving to Loulé, the weather maintains a similar pattern with temperatures ranging from 5°C to 21°C; occasional heavy showers are interspersed with sunny breaks. By the time you reach Salir and Ameixial, the region experiences more rainy days, though temperatures remain moderate. As you continue towards Santa Cruz, expect more frequent rain showers mixed with cloudy days, with highs of 18°C.

Passing through Almodôvar and Castro Verde, the weather alternates between sunny intervals and rain. In Messejana and Fornalhas Velhas, temperatures start to rise to around 24°C, accompanied by heavier rain at times. Approaching São Domingos and Santiago do Cacém, a similar weather trend continues. By the time you reach Roncão, expect sunny spells to be interrupted by brief rain showers, as seen frequently along this path.

Traveling further north through Grândola to Alcácer do Sal, the dynamic weather pattern holds steady, with sunshine punctuated by occasional showers, keeping the trail interesting.

Ribatejo

Arriving in Casebres, the pathway begins with sunny skies and mild temperatures, transitioning to partly cloudy as you progress. Vendas Novas offers a mixture of sun and clouds, with temperatures varying between 3°C to 25°C, and isolated rain spells.

In Branca, expect a shift with more heavy rain days. Similarly, Santo Estêvão bears patchy rain and overcast skies with sporadic sunbreaks. Entering Benavente, a slight increase in rainfall occurs, although sunny periods are still frequent.

Finally, as you approach Muge and Santarém, the weather maintains a mix of sun and cloud, with light to moderate rain showers seen. The temperatures remain comfortable, peaking at 22°C in certain parts, providing a fitting end to the journey.

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