Camino de Santiago weather in August
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In August, Santiago averages highs of 24.7 °C and lows of 13.3 °C, 57 mm of rain and 5.5 rain days (AEMET normals 1981–2010). There are about 13 h 55 min of daylight and crowds are busy.
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| City | High | Low | Rain | Rain days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Santiago de Compostela | 24.7 °C | 13.3 °C | 57 mm | 5.5 |
| Lugo | 25.2 °C | 11.8 °C | 36 mm | 5.2 |
| Ourense | 30.6 °C | 14.5 °C | 22 mm | 3.3 |
| Oviedo | 23.3 °C | 14.8 °C | 56 mm | 7.8 |
Sources: AEMET, Santiago de Compostela Aeropuerto (1428), 1981–2010 · AEMET, Lugo Aeropuerto (1505), 1985–2010 · AEMET, Ourense (1690A), 1981–2010 · AEMET, Oviedo (1249I), 1981–2010. Rain days: days with 1 mm or more. Accessed 24 October 2026.
Daylight
About 13 h 55 min of daylight on the 15th in Santiago (astronomical calculation at 42.9° N).
Crowds in August 2027
Expected level: busy. Estimate based on the 2024 monthly Compostela figures (Pilgrim’s Office). Holy Year 2027
What to pack in August
- Cap, sunscreen and sunglasses
- Two litres of water and an early start
- Light technical clothing
- A thin layer for the morning and a rain jacket just in case
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Frequently asked questions
Does it rain a lot on the Camino in August?
Santiago averages 57 mm over 5.5 rain days; Ourense is drier (22 mm) and Lugo in between (36 mm).
What is the temperature in August?
In Santiago, between 13.3 and 24.7 °C on average; in Lugo lows drop to 11.8 °C.
Is the Camino busy in August?
For 2027 we expect it to be busy, based on the Pilgrim’s Office monthly Compostela figures for 2024. This is an estimate.
How many hours of daylight are there in August?
About 13 h 55 min in Santiago mid-month.
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