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From O Cebreiro to Santiago - Weather Oct-Nov

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Sole said:
Hi everyone, I should start my journey on October 30th in O Cebreiro..I heard about heavy rains this past few weeks, will it be viable? Is anyone aware of the situation? thanks a lot
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My advice would be…
1. Yes, it’s autumn, but you can (with a torch) get off early. It makes you feels so much better to be on the go as the sun rises.
2. You are going to get wet. (Like you do every day in the shower). It’s not the end of the world. Keep smiling, keep laughing. This is the real thing - much better than walking on a treadmill in an insulated environment. Galicia is fierce. Take it on and win.
3. Protect your pack. Put kit inside dry bags inside plastic bags. Cover your pack. what you’re wearing doesn’t matter - what you are going to wear in the evening, while you swap rain and mud stories and the washing machine is on will matter more.

You will have an amazing time. Ultreia!
 
MikeJS said:
Better to look at one of the live weather radar sites. Then you can see what is really happening instead of a forecaster’s guess.
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Or, even, look out the window....

It's Otoño in Galicia. If it isn't raining it will be soon.

Take good rain-gear. I prefer an umbrella. The trail will be fine, Turista Galicia have ensured that. Keep your head up and enjoy.
 
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I just did Las Herrerías > O Cebreiro > Triacastela today. Rain, cold and very strong winds between O Cebreiro and Triacastela. But for very few and short segments, the trail is in very good condition and easy to walk, even when steep. It was much more demanding climbing from Las Herrerías to O Cebreiro (very very muddy). But hey! That’s part of walking the Camino! Overall, one of the most demanding day since I started in SJPDP, but also one of the most beautiful!
 
Thanks a lot! That encourage me!
 
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MikeJS said:
Better to look at one of the live weather radar sites. Then you can see what is really happening instead of a forecaster’s guess.
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I think we all understand that forecasts are exactly that – forecasts not prophecies.

For a precise measure of the weather, use the so-called “Swiss barometer”: Place a log right outside your bedroom window. In the morning, before getting out of bed, reach out of the window and place your hand on the log. If it feels cold and wet, go back to sleep; if it feels warm and dry, get up and start walking.
 
Get this WEATHER & RADAR app. Shows actual radar conditions and those anticipated for the next three days. In my opinion, it’s the absolute BEST app out there.
 

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The up side is the crowds will be gone! I just did that same route in September in 9 days. It was extremely crowded especially on the weekend. Each region is different and Galicia is as well! I hope you can enjoy it!
 
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Using this method it won't take too long to get to Galicia. But it might take several months to get enough "dry log days" to get you from the Galician border to Santiago.
 
As long as we are on the topic of rainy days ... what footgear is recommended? Gore-tex? non-Goretex? Waterproof socks? quick-drying socks? Lots of socks? Gaiters even?
 
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Kitsambler said:
As long as we are on the topic of rainy days ... what footgear is recommended? Gore-tex? non-Goretex? Waterproof socks? quick-drying socks? Lots of socks? Gaiters even?
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I never worry about my feet getting wet. I used Meindl walking shoes which are waterproof up to a point but if it is torrential rain or I have to walk through a stream I just accept that my feet will be wet.
 
I read somewhere that non waterproof shoes at least allow the water back out . If Galicia comes for you, you’re going to get wet, down to your bones. But you know, it’s not that bad. Go for what feels right.
 
Sole said:
Hi everyone, I should start my journey on October 30th in O Cebreiro..I heard about heavy rains this past few weeks, will it be viable? Is anyone aware of the situation? thanks a lot
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I walked from O’Cebreiro to Triacastela on October 25th and it was like the North Pole. Poor visibility, rained all day, very slippery so walked on the road a lot which I’m loathe to do but in my mind it was the safer option. I heard a few people got hyperthermia that day. Albergues can be a bit miserable with everyone hanging clothing everywhere in an (unsuccessful) attempt to get everything dry for the next day. I holed up in a hotel for 2 days. I don’t have a crystal ball but just look at the weather apps and trends for rain/ temps for this time of the year - you should get a reasonable clue of what to expect. Buen Camino!
 
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Long-term forecast for Galicia (Sarria was my focal point) is very bad: from today Thursday Oct. 31 to Sunday Nov.5 it is forecasted 2-digits mm's of rain each day, as well as quite strong winds. I feel for all pilgrims out there.
 
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I walked OC to SDC from Oct 22 until Oct 26. Rained every day. On the 26th the forecast was for 54mm and I think we got it . It was elemental and we took the view that it was Galicia at its raw Celtic best. There were places that were slippery and places where the water came over the boots, but it was doable. If you have flexibility, then perhaps slightly shorter days, a private room or two might help. Whatever you decide, Ultreia!
 
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