Camino de Santiago weather in March
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In March, Santiago averages highs of 15 °C and lows of 5.4 °C, 146 mm of rain and 12.8 rain days (AEMET normals 1981–2010). There are about 11 h 48 min of daylight and crowds are quiet.
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| City | High | Low | Rain | Rain days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Santiago de Compostela | 15 °C | 5.4 °C | 146 mm | 12.8 |
| Lugo | 15.2 °C | 3 °C | 80 mm | 11.2 |
| Ourense | 18.7 °C | 5 °C | 59 mm | 8.4 |
| Oviedo | 14.9 °C | 6.1 °C | 78 mm | 10.4 |
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 11 h 48 min of daylight on the 15th in Santiago (astronomical calculation at 42.9° N).
Crowds in March 2027
Expected level: quiet. Estimate based on the 2024 monthly Compostela figures (Pilgrim’s Office). In 2027 Holy Week runs from 21 to 28 March and fills lodging on the last 100 km. Holy Year 2027
What to pack in March
- Light rain jacket: April and May are still wet
- Layers: cool mornings, mild middays
- Sunscreen and a cap
- Spare socks
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Frequently asked questions
Does it rain a lot on the Camino in March?
Santiago averages 146 mm over 12.8 rain days; Ourense is drier (59 mm) and Lugo in between (80 mm).
What is the temperature in March?
In Santiago, between 5.4 and 15 °C on average; in Lugo lows drop to 3 °C.
Is the Camino busy in March?
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 March?
About 11 h 48 min in Santiago mid-month.
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