Walking in November

[KobuspretoriaSA]

We are planning to walk from Sarria to Santiago in early November 2014, as we are from South Africa we are not fimiliar with the weather condition that time of the year. Any suggestion as to what the weather is like and what clothing will be suited to wear during that time

 

[mspath]

KobuspretoriaSA,

Welcome to the Forum!

October and November are wonderful months to walk the Camino. However you must be prepared for varied weather. Nights can be chilly or cold and freezing rain or even snow might occur in the mountains. There certainly will be rain in Galicia. Be prepared!

Since the crowds of summer are past you will find the welcome at those albergues which are open to be most sincere. Not all albergues will be open but the hospitaleros usually know who is on the next stage. Most will either be heated or have blankets.

Since all my caminos have been in late autumn and winter perhaps you would find my blog Camino Gazetteer useful for your planning. This coordinates all postings by 75 locations where I halted and includes a Kit list and some walking tips.

Happy planning and Buen Camino!

Margaret Meredith