French Road in October 2013

[mane.arratia]

Anyone planning to walk part of the Camino Frances this Fall ??? What might be a good time to set off? what weather can I expect? Thanks for sharing experiences...

 

[Wyvernsridge]

Hello! I am setting off from SJPdP on 5 October. I think the weather will likely be chilly, but perfect for walking. Of course it will rain, and we will likely see snow towards the end, but it all adds to the fun!

cheers

Alex

 

[mspath]

Anyone planning to walk part of the Camino Frances this Fall ??? What might be a good time to set off? what weather can I expect? Thanks for sharing experiences...

Mane,

Welcome to the Forum! I am certain that you will find much helpful information here as you plan your autumn Camino. Past pilgrims who are Forum members are always eager to share their experiences and advice.

October is a wonderful month to walk. However you must be prepared for varied weather. Nights can be chilly or cold and freezing rain or even snow might occur. BE PREPARED!

Many albergues start to close mid month. Since the crowds of summer are past you will find the welcome at those albergues which are open to be most sincere. The hospitaleros usually know who is open on the next stage. Most will either be heated or have blankets. Many a cold camino night I have worn a wooly hat to sleep resembling Goldylocks' "grandma"

All my caminos have been in autumn and winter. Perhaps you would find my blog Camino Gazetteer at http://mermore.blogspot.com/ useful for your planning. This coordinates all postings by 75 locations where I halted and includes a Kit list and much more.

Happy planning and Buen Camino!

Margaret Meredith

 

[Consigliere]

Mane,

Welcome. I'm looking at arriving early October - 6th or 7th God willing.

I've bit the bullet & bought an altus poncho - saves on a pack cover anyhow.

I've been receiving mixed reviews on the possible weather. Some say there might be a late summer - given the cool spell at the moment - and some say to expect rain. I only hope to meet pilgrims to share together what may come.

Bon Camino!
James

 

[piogaw]

hola james,

weather this year in europe has been quite changeable. nobody can predict what the future weather will be like. from my experience in the caminos the weather this year has been completely different from the previous year. this year has been quite cold, chilly, with strong wind and snow in areas all over europe. it is like having a late winter.

last year the weather was beautiful until late october, november. this year at this time the weather is still quite rainy and chilly. so be prepared to layer your clothing for cold weather. make sure you have decent rain gear as you will certainly met with heavy rain, strong wind and maybe snow as you enter galicia from o cebreiro.

good luck. may you have a buen camino and god bless.