Camino de Santiago weather in January
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In January, Santiago averages highs of 11.2 °C and lows of 4.1 °C, 210 mm of rain and 15.2 rain days (AEMET normals 1981–2010). There are about 9 h 21 min of daylight and crowds are quiet.
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| City | High | Low | Rain | Rain days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Santiago de Compostela | 11.2 °C | 4.1 °C | 210 mm | 15.2 |
| Lugo | 10.6 °C | 1.8 °C | 114 mm | 14 |
| Ourense | 12.7 °C | 3.4 °C | 89 mm | 10.2 |
| Oviedo | 12 °C | 4.6 °C | 84 mm | 10.7 |
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 9 h 21 min of daylight on the 15th in Santiago (astronomical calculation at 42.9° N).
Crowds in January 2027
Expected level: quiet. Estimate based on the 2024 monthly Compostela figures (Pilgrim’s Office). The Cathedral’s Holy Door opens on 31 December 2026: 2027 is a Holy Year and the first week of January is busier. Holy Year 2027
What to pack in January
- A proper rain jacket or poncho and a pack cover
- Fleece or light down jacket and a hat
- Water-resistant footwear and spare socks
- Head torch: sunrise is late
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Frequently asked questions
Does it rain a lot on the Camino in January?
Santiago averages 210 mm over 15.2 rain days; Ourense is drier (89 mm) and Lugo in between (114 mm).
What is the temperature in January?
In Santiago, between 4.1 and 11.2 °C on average; in Lugo lows drop to 1.8 °C.
Is the Camino busy in January?
For 2027 we expect it to be quiet, based on the Pilgrim’s Office monthly Compostela figures for 2024. This is an estimate.
How many hours of daylight are there in January?
About 9 h 21 min in Santiago mid-month.
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