Weather forecast for the Camino Primitivo in August

In August, along the Camino Primitivo, the weather varies across the regions of Asturias and Galicia. Asturias experiences a mix of warm temperatures and regular precipitation, with frequent rain showers and occasional sunny days. Conversely, Galicia tends to have warmer and drier conditions, with periodic rain primarily in its eastern parts. Overall, the weather is notably variable yet manageable for travelers.

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Start date
Aug 7
Start town
Oviedo
End date
Aug 20
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
24°C
Average low
14°C
Average precipitation
1.7 mm/day

Asturias

The journey through Asturias sees a blend of cloudy and sunny days with patterns of moderate rain. Starting in Oviedo, walkers experience frequent rain showers and temperatures ranging from 19°C to 28°C. As they move to Grado, the temperatures remain warm, peaking at 29°C during sunny intervals but still punctuated by rain showers. Approaching Salas, the weather exhibits similar variability with clouds and occasional rain mixed with sunny spells. Further west, Tineo and Borres maintain this pattern with a mix of rainfall and clear skies, averaging daily highs between 18°C and 30°C.

Galicia

Upon entering Galicia at A Fonsagrada, the weather warms up, with lesser rainfall and highs soaring to 33°C. The path through O Cádavo and Lugo continues this trend, with mostly sunny weather and occasional rain. In Lugo, temperatures can reach up to 33°C. As travelers advance through Ferreira, Melide, and Arzúa, drier conditions dominate, though occasional showers mark the landscape, leading to partly cloudy skies. The journey concludes in Santiago de Compostela with moderate temperatures and diminished rainfall, offering a pleasant end to the route.

This overview is for an early August start, walking the standard stages.
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