During October, the Camino Portugués Interior experiences a range of weather conditions as it moves north through Portugal and into Galicia. The month is characterized by variable temperatures, occasional sunny days, and episodes of rain. As you start the journey in Lisbon, temperatures are warmer, with periodic sunshine punctuated by episodes of rain. Progressing northward, the weather becomes cooler with frequent rain showers, especially noticeable across regions like Viseu and Galicia. Despite these variations, the changing landscape offers a vivid contrast of experiences ranging from mild sunny days to the more frequent rains defining the later stages of the trail.
Starting in Lisboa, October reveals mostly sunny weather with sporadic heavy rain, particularly in the comprehensive temperature range from 21°C to 30°C. Moving through Alpriate and Vila Franca de Xira, there are clear, warm days alongside periods of significant rain, with highs often reaching 31°C. In Azambuja, expect a similar weather pattern, with occasional mist adding to the mix.
Onward to Santarém, the weather introduces patchy rain into the equation alongside sunny intervals and some heavy rain, with temperatures fluctuating between 22°C to 33°C. Golegã and Tomar experience moderate rainfall amid clear and overcast skies, with temperatures ranging from 18°C to 34°C.
Alvaiázere witnesses occasional heavy rain, clear skies and highs in the mid-20s, whereas Alvorge and Cernache follow suit with a combination of sunny spells and frequent rain showers. Temperature fluctuations are notable, with highs between 18°C and 31°C.
In Coimbra, weather oscillates between warm sunny days and heavy rain, especially around Penacova and Mortágua, where moderate rain and occasional showers characterize October.
Through Viseu, Almargem, and Ribolhos, October brings more rainfall and cooling temperatures, with frequent heavy showers and occasional drizzle, oscillating between 13°C to 31°C.
Lamego and Santa Marta de Penaguião exhibit heavy showers alternating with brief clear periods. Vila Real and Vila Pouca de Aguiar experience predominantly rainy weather, with temperatures hovering between 12°C to 24°C.
In Vidago and Chaves, overcast skies and persistent showers dominate with brief sunny intervals.
Crossing into Galicia, October weather persists with overcast skies and frequent heavy rainfall, especially from Verín through Santiago de Compostela. Temperatures range widely, with cooler highs between 12°C and 26°C, frequently accompanied by mist and light rain towards the trail's end.
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