Weather forecast for the Ruta del Padre Sarmiento in January

In January, the weather on the Ruta del Padre Sarmiento can be quite varied, with frequent rain showers and occasional sunny days. Temperatures are generally mild, with highs ranging from 5°C to 18°C and lows from -4°C to 13°C. Precipitation varies significantly, with some days experiencing heavy rainfall and others remaining dry or only having light showers. The weather tends to shift between cloudy, overcast, and sunny conditions, making it necessary to keep an eye on the sky.

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Start date
Jan 1
Start town
Pontevedra
End date
Jan 9
End town
Santiago de Compostela
Units
metric (°C, mm, km)
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Total days
9
Total distance
193 km
Daily distance
21.4 km
Average high
12°C
Average low
6°C
Average precipitation
8.3 mm/day

The journey begins with a mix of rain showers and sunny spells. Early on, Pontevedra experiences moderate to heavy rain showers interspersed with sunny breaks. Temperatures fluctuate between 11°C and 15°C, with lows of 6°C to 13°C, and significant rainfall peaks at 50.6 mm on some days.

Moving to Sanxenxo, the weather alternates between heavy rain and clear skies. Highs vary from 9°C to 16°C, with lows dropping to 3°C. Rainfall can be intense, reaching up to 41.9 mm, particularly during persistent showers.

In O Grove, initially, rain dominates but there's a return of the sun as the journey progresses. High temperatures reach up to 17°C, while lows dip to 2°C. Heavy rains mid-period bring nearly 56.3 mm on certain days.

Cambados and A Illa de Arousa see a mixture of sunny and cloudy weather, with light to heavy showers. Highs range from 8°C to 17°C. The rain is heavy at times, with A Illa de Arousa experiencing up to 67.5 mm on particularly wet days.

Vilanova de Arousa and Vilagacía de Arousa feature sunnier conditions but still face periodic rain. Temperatures oscillate between 7°C and 16°C, with occasional cold snaps dropping to -2°C.

The final stretch through Padrón and Santiago de Compostela shifts back to colder, rainy conditions, with highs of 2°C to 15°C and lows touching -4°C. Snow occasionally appears in Santiago, offering a varied mix to travelers.

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