Camino de Santiago weather in October
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In October, Santiago averages highs of 18.1 °C and lows of 9.5 °C, 226 mm of rain and 14 rain days (AEMET normals 1981–2010). There are about 10 h 57 min of daylight and crowds are fairly busy.
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| City | High | Low | Rain | Rain days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Santiago de Compostela | 18.1 °C | 9.5 °C | 226 mm | 14 |
| Lugo | 18.3 °C | 7.6 °C | 137 mm | 13.6 |
| Ourense | 21.7 °C | 9.6 °C | 112 mm | 10.4 |
| Oviedo | 18.7 °C | 10.4 °C | 98 mm | 11.3 |
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 10 h 57 min of daylight on the 15th in Santiago (astronomical calculation at 42.9° N).
Crowds in October 2027
Expected level: fairly busy. Estimate based on the 2024 monthly Compostela figures (Pilgrim’s Office). Holy Year 2027
What to pack in October
- Rain jacket: October and November are among the wettest months
- Light fleece
- Head torch: days get shorter
- Waterproof or quick-drying footwear
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Frequently asked questions
Does it rain a lot on the Camino in October?
Santiago averages 226 mm over 14 rain days; Ourense is drier (112 mm) and Lugo in between (137 mm).
What is the temperature in October?
In Santiago, between 9.5 and 18.1 °C on average; in Lugo lows drop to 7.6 °C.
Is the Camino busy in October?
For 2027 we expect it to be fairly busy, based on the Pilgrim’s Office monthly Compostela figures for 2024. This is an estimate.
How many hours of daylight are there in October?
About 10 h 57 min in Santiago mid-month.
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