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Clothing in September

aliwalks

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hello everyone, I am walking from Ponferrada starting September 8th, do I need long pants and also rain gear? Any help would be appreciated, buen camino Aliwalks
 
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You need rain gear in Galicia unless you are prepared to get very wet. I would bring long trousers for warmth, to fend off wind and rain etc, unless you are not prone to getting cold (I am). Check out the temperatures in Galicia in previous years on wunderground or similar and compare to what you are used to, and remember to plan for the worst and hope for the best! Buen camino!
 
It will still be warm in early September, but higher elevations can be cool at night all year around. September is not real rainy, but it can rain. It rained eight days last September for a total of 2 inches of rain.
 
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falcon269 said:
It will still be warm in early September, but higher elevations can be cool at night all year around. September is not real rainy, but it can rain. It rained eight days last September for a total of 2 inches of rain.
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Thank you Falcon, very much appreciated!
 
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Buen Camino aliwalks!
 
aliwalks said:
hello everyone, I am walking from Ponferrada starting September 8th, do I need long pants and also rain gear? Any help would be appreciated, buen camino Aliwalks
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last year september in galicia and el bierzo were unusually very hot (close to 40C all the way through Galicia), however, days should be cooler, nights much cooler and the first of the rains should begin; so... bring shorts, trousers, t-shirts, a jumper and your rain gear. it will NOT get icy cold, so winter gear is probably not necessary, but yes, it could rain, and a lot.
 
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Rain gear for sure and I brought zip-off trousers. They were great for the cooler mornings and I converted them to shorts after the first coffee stop.
 
No matter what month you walk, I'd have rain gear - at least a poncho -

Long pants?
That's up to you.
Joe walks in shorts, even in winter.
 
aliwalks said:
hello everyone, I am walking from Ponferrada starting September 8th, do I need long pants and also rain gear? Any help would be appreciated, buen camino Aliwalks
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I haven't walked yet (leaving Aug. 30 - mid Oct) but have been getting gear ready for a few months. After much research, checking historical weather reports etc., researching the cites/towns I will be passing through , I have decided that I am just bringing an extremely light (one step up from garbage bag) plastic poncho and if/when it rains I will be able to purchase something more substantial if necessary. I also have the luxury of extra time so I can stay put someplace for a day or two if necessary. I am not buying things that have a one time use, for me it is wasteful and I know I will not ever use an Altus poncho again. I live in a rainforest and have 1/2 dozen rain jackets but none that are suitable for light travel and I do not want to invest in another one until it is necessary. Now, having said all that, I am looking at a trekking umbrella ... that would be useful no matter where I am, travelling or home.
 
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You will most likely run into rain - sooner or later. You can either take a poncho (less weight) or take rain pants/jacket (and leave them along the Way The rain is unpredictable so being prepared is wise. I have an Altus poncho which is quite long and zips/buttons. The problem with it is you sweat while walking and add to that, humidity when it rains with not great ventilation and its a sauna. Next time I'm going to have the elastic removed from the sleeves and add buttons so I can open them for a bit of ventilation. To me, an umbrella is of more use in the sun unless you want to fly like Mary Poppins! Lol
Buen Camino!
 
Trekking umbrellas are made specifically for trekking with the winds that rain brings .. they are vented, made of durable materials, can pack down small. Flying like Mary Poppins may be a great bit of fun actually, but the outdoor/ trekking gear companies that make these umbrellas most likely take the wind factor into consideration. They don't cause you to sweat as you walk, they are very protective from both the rain and the sun, they can attach to your pack to free your hands and keep your pack dry as well (although I do have a pack cover) ... seems like a win win all the way around imho.
 
It is still very hot during the day so shorts are a good idea. However, if you try to avoid the midday heat and start early, it can be quite cold in the morning. So zip offs are a good idea and you will also need at least a light fleece to keep you warm - you can put on a number of layers and remove each one as the day heats up. I found gloves a real comfort when I started at 6.30 some mornings.
 
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Hello ShellsG. I am excited to hear that there is a "trekking umbrella". Where did you get yours? I am not concerned so much about the rain...very concerned about the sun. I have issues with the sun and the added protection may be just what I am looking for. Many thanks for any info, Lynn
 
There are a variety of companies that make them KLynn. I am looking at one from Sea to Summit today but thats only because it is more readily available to me. Innate makes a specific trekking umbrella. Helinox makes one. I can order from Amazon. ca or MEC etc. Most are available online. You will hear all the the reasons why umbrellas won't/can't work and rain gear does. My preference is leaning towards an umbrella

A review: http://www.backpackinglight.com/cgi...ums/thread_display.html?forum_thread_id=70506

and another: http://francistapon.com/Travels/Advice/10-Reasons-to-Go-Hiking-and-Backpacking-with-an-Umbrella
 
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Thanks for your speedy reply. I have a gift certificate for MEC so I will try them first. Thanks again. Lynn
 
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KLynn said:
I have a gift certificate for MEC so I will try them first.
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With the MEC umbrellas, be sure to put it up and down a couple of times. Last year I was looking at one and the sales person pointed out how finicky it was to put down and stow away. As I recall, each spoke had to be individually folded.
 
C clearly said:
With the MEC umbrellas, be sure to put it up and down a couple of times. Last year I was looking at one and the sales person pointed out how finicky it was to put down and stow away. As I recall, each spoke had to be individually folded.
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C, Thank you for the heads up on the umbrella. Lynn
 
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aliwalks said:
hello everyone, I am walking from Ponferrada starting September 8th, do I need long pants and also rain gear? Any help would be appreciated, buen camino Aliwalks
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Aliwalks I would recommend taking a little bit of everything during that time of year. It was so unpredictable for me last September-October and I was so happy that I brought long pants, shorts, long sleeves, and t-shirts. Good luck and Buen Camino!
 
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