Camino del Norte
Weather in July

Weather Overview

July offers mild and pleasant walking conditions on the Camino del Norte, with daytime temperatures ranging from 21°C to 28°C and nights cooling to between 13°C and 19°C. The route gradually warms as you progress westward into Galicia, where temperatures average around 25°C, compared to the cooler 23°C typical of the Basque Country and Cantabria at the route's start. This modest variation means you won't experience dramatic shifts, though early mornings remain cool enough to require a light layer.

Rainfall is scattered but worth preparing for, particularly in Asturias where roughly three-quarters of the stages see rain during the month. Cantabria also tends toward frequent light precipitation. Expect showers of brief to moderate intensity rather than all-day downpours. Wind gusts occasionally reach 47 kilometers per hour, particularly on exposed ridgelines and coastal sections in the north, which can intensify the chill even on mild days.

Elevation rarely exceeds 500 meters, but the cumulative ascent of 1,043 meters across the 36 stages means nights at higher points feel noticeably cooler and more exposed to wind. Walkers should pack a waterproof jacket and an extra insulating layer—merino or fleece—that fits easily into a day pack. Starting walks early, before afternoon rain patterns develop, will keep you ahead of weather systems moving in from the Atlantic.