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

In the Algarve (including Faro, Loulé, and Almodôvar), you can expect mild and steady weather. Daytime temperatures are usually 15-17°C, with night temperatures between 10-12°C. There are many sunny days, but sometimes it will be cloudy or rainy. Rainfall averages 1-3 mm/day, though some places might get more rain.

In the Alentejo region (including Castro Verde, Grândola, and Santarém), the weather is less predictable. Daytime temperatures are still mild at 15-17°C, but nights can be cooler, ranging from 7-14°C. It rains more often here, with some days seeing moderate to heavy rain. Expect more clouds, though there will be some sunny periods.

Overall, expect a mix of sunny and rainy days with comfortable temperatures for walking during the day and cooler evenings. Be ready for changing weather, especially when moving from the Algarve to Alentejo.

Start date
Dec 1
Start town
Faro
End date
Dec 20
End town
Santarém
Units
metric (°C, mm, km)
Total days
20
Total distance
464 km
Daily distance
23.2 km
Average high
16°C
Average low
10°C
Average precipitation
2.7 mm/day

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