Camino de Santiago weather in May
Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers. Average highs of 21°C and lows of 10°C, with around 7 rainy days expected throughout the month.
✦ This is a recommended month to visit Camino de Santiago. The combination of weather, atmosphere and experience is at its best.
Average high
21°C
Average low
10°C
Rainy days
7 days
Best months to visit
May, June, July, August, September
What to do in Camino de Santiago in May
Whatever the weather, Camino de Santiago rewards curious visitors. Here are some of the best ways to spend your time:
Walk sections of the Camino or the entire 780 km route
Stay in pilgrim albergues (hostels) along the way
Explore Pamplona (starting point) and its bullfighting heritage
Visit major cathedrals at Burgos, León, and Santiago
Experience Camino community and pilgrim culture
Hike through Spanish countryside and medieval towns
What to pack for May
Light layers work well — T-shirts and shorts for the day, a light jacket for evenings. Comfortable walking shoes are a must. Bring a compact umbrella just in case.
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January
9C
Cold, with some rainy days.
February
11C
Cool, with occasional showers.
March
14C
Cool, with some rainy days.
April
17C
Cool, with some rainy days.
Recommended
May (you are here)
21C
Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers.
Recommended
June
26C
Warm and pleasant, with occasional showers.
Recommended
July
29C
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
August
29C
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
September
25C
Warm and pleasant, with occasional showers.
October
20C
Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers.
November
13C
Cool, with some rainy days.
December
10C
Cool, with occasional showers.
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