In April, the weather along the Ruta del Padre Sarmiento varies significantly as walkers progress through its localities. Conditions can fluctuate from dry and sunny days to periods of heavy rainfall and overcast skies, often influenced by light to moderate showers. Temperatures generally climb in the middle of the month but can vary widely from day to day, offering both cool and warmer daytime highs.
Starting in Pontevedra, the weather presents a diverse range of conditions. Winters continue to recede, offering periods of sunshine interspersed with rainfall. Highs can reach up to 23°C on sunny days, while moderate rain showers bring cooler highs around 10°C. Rainfall is sporadic, with some days experiencing up to 30 mm.
In Sanxenxo and for its part, the weather alternates between sunny spells and intense downpours, with temperatures reaching as high as 24°C. Rainfall intensity varies, with the heaviest days receiving nearly 36 mm.
O Grove sees a pattern of changeable skies, where cloudy and sunny conditions are sometimes abruptly interrupted by heavy rain, with temperatures fluctuating between 11°C and 23°C. Rainfall is frequent yet inconsistent, peaking at 22 mm on certain days.
By the time walkers reach Cambados, experience suggests a dip in rain activity amid frequently clear skies. Sunny spells push temperatures towards the mid-20s on good days, though occasional showers persist, providing a unique weather narrative.
Further along, A Illa de Arousa exhibits moderate to heavy showers interlaced with sunny periods, offering a climate of contrasts. Highs fluctuate between 12°C and 26°C, with the highest precipitation recorded at around 25 mm.
Passing through Vilanova de Arousa and Vilagacía de Arousa, walkers encounter similar variability: scattered patches of sun and clouds with sporadic, heavy showers. While temperatures climb to 27°C in Vilagacía, rain remains unpredictable, varying from modest drizzles to nearly 18 mm in a single day.
Arriving in Padrón and Santiago de Compostela, weather patterns reflect a blend of sunshine and dramatic downpours. These areas experience a higher frequency of storms, with rainfall occasionally exceeding 25 mm. Daytime highs hover around 12°C to 26°C, maintaining a mild ambiance despite intermittent cloudy spells.
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