Weather forecast for the Camino Primitivo in May

In May, the Camino Primitivo in northern Spain experiences a mix of weather conditions. Asturias witnesses frequent rain showers with temperatures ranging from 11°C to 22°C. The region is a blend of cloudy days interspersed with periods of sunshine. Galicia sees similar variability, with temperatures between 10°C and 26°C. Rain is common, particularly in the early stages, though sunny spells become more frequent towards the end of the month. Overall, May offers a dynamic weather pattern, with transitions between rain and sun along the route.

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Start date
May 1
Start town
Oviedo
End date
May 14
End town
Santiago de Compostela
Units
metric (°C, mm, km)
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Total days
14
Total distance
306 km
Daily distance
21.8 km
Average high
18°C
Average low
9°C
Average precipitation
2.9 mm/day

Asturias

Starting in Oviedo, the weather is characterized by patchy rain and moderate showers, with temperatures reaching up to 22°C on sunnier days and dipping to 2°C during cooler nights. Moving to Grado, the conditions remain similar, although sunny intervals increase, occasionally disrupted by heavier rain showers. As the trail progresses through Salas and Tineo, the variability continues, with sunny days intermingling with heavy rain showers, temperatures remaining stable, peaking at 23°C.

Waterfalling into Borres to Berducedo, the precipitation fluctuates, illustrating a cycle of rain showers followed by clearer skies, with temperatures slightly rising into the low 20s. Grandas de Salime follows a similar pattern, rain interchanging with overcast conditions, ensuring a dynamic sky.

Galicia

Arriving in A Fonsagrada, the weather presents a mix of overcast days and occasional sunshine, temperatures hovering in the high teens. O Cádavo and Lugo maintain the fickle climate with moderate rain and cloudy spells, peaks of sun offering relief amidst showers, temperatures comfortably in the low 20s.

Nearng Ferreira, Melide, and Arzúa, the balance slightly tilts towards sunny episodes, despite intermittent rain. A slight rise in temperature accompanies these changes, especially in Arzúa. As the route culminates in Santiago de Compostela, the weather culminates a narrative full of variation—a closing interplay of sun and showers, the temperature subtly moderating to align with the vibrant atmosphere of the region.

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