Weather forecast for the Camino Portugués Interior in August

In August, the Camino Portugués Interior trail experiences varied weather conditions across different regions. Temperatures in Lisbon and Santarém regions tend to fluctuate from the mid-20s to low-30s °C with occasional rainfall. As pilgrims journey north through Leiria and Coimbra, sunny days predominate, with cooler nights and some brief rain showers. In Viseu and Vila Real, temperatures often reach the high 20s and can climb into the mid-30s °C, with intermittent rain. Galicia, as the final stretch, showcases unpredictable weather with a mix of sun, clouds, and significant rain events, especially as walkers approach Santiago de Compostela.

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Start date
Aug 1
Start town
Lisboa
End date
Sep 2
End town
Santiago de Compostela
Units
metric (°C, mm, km)
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Total days
33
Total distance
751 km
Daily distance
22.8 km
Average high
29°C
Average low
15°C
Average precipitation
0.4 mm/day

Lisbon

Starting in Lisbon, temperatures range from 21°C to 33°C, with occasional moderate rain contrasting predominantly sunny and partly cloudy days. Moving through Alpriate and Vila Franca de Xira, the weather is mostly sunny with occasional overcast skies and temperatures soaring to 43°C on the hottest days.

Santarém

In Santarém and Golegã, dry conditions prevail, with temperatures regularly exceeding 40°C, accompanied by sporadic clouds. Occasionally, there’s a brief respite with lower temperatures and mild showers.

Leiria

Leiria witnesses a mix of sunny and cloudy days, with brief rainy spells, as temperatures range between 24°C and 37°C in towns like Alvaiázere and Alvorge. The evenings cool down to the low teens.

Coimbra

In Coimbra, moderate weather persists with consistent sunny days and light cloud cover. Temperatures peak around 36°C, dropping significantly at night.

Viseu

Passing through Viseu, walkers encounter hot and dry weather, with occasional heavy rain showers. The highs reach the mid-30s, and nights are brisk.

Vila Real

In Vila Real, expect generally sunny days punctuated by sporadic heavy rain, particularly in Vila Pouca de Aguiar. Daytime temperatures range from 24°C to 39°C.

Chaves

Chaves offers a blend of sun and rain, occasionally heavy, as temperatures vary from a moderate 22°C to a high of 36°C. The nights are cooler, dropping to around 10°C.

Galicia

In Galicia, clouds and rain showers are frequent, especially near Xinzo de Limia and Allariz, with significant downpours interspersed with sunny breaks. Temperatures fluctuate from low 20s to the high 30s, with the approach to Santiago de Compostela seeing variable weather including fog and mist.

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