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I did a little bit of research. I found an article about sun umbrella vs. regular widely available rain umbrella. The article talked about sun protection and coolness. They are about comparable. I don't remember where I saw this. Just that the research was done in Australia. My plan is to just pick up a plain old umbrella as soon as the weather requires it. One less thing to carry around, if I don't need it. I did however buy a little handsfree umbrella holder on Garage Grown Gear. It straps to the backpack shoulder strap. It's small and light. If I do get an umbrella, I won't have to hold it all day.I might regret it but I think going to take the chance. I can always hunker down if it's blisteringly hot. Might buy one of those sun umbrellas too. I've heard good things about them.
Ah here is one of the articles I read, quote: "Indeed, a study by dermatologists at Emory University in Atlanta found that standard rain umbrellas can block at least 77 percent of UV light [Source: JAMA Dermatology]. Black ones did the job especially well, blocking about 90 percent of UV rays. But overall, sun umbrellas (those marketed specifically to block UV rays) offered the most protection, blocking more than 99 percent of UV rays." https://health.howstuffworks.com/sk...n-carrying-an-umbrella-protect-your-skin-.htmI did a little bit of research. I found an article about sun umbrella vs. regular widely available rain umbrella. The article talked about sun protection and coolness. They are about comparable. I don't remember where I saw this. Just that the research was done in Australia. My plan is to just pick up a plain old umbrella as soon as the weather requires it. One less thing to carry around, if I don't need it. I did however buy a little handsfree umbrella holder on Garage Grown Gear. It straps to the backpack shoulder strap. It's small and light. If I do get an umbrella, I won't have to hold it all day.
I also carry a small regular umbrella on my spring and fall Caminos. I only use one hiking pole anyway, so hold it in my other hand when needed, propping it on the back of my backpack. I prefer doing that to using hands free clips as I can better angle it for wind and rain. I do not use it for sun.I carry a small folding regular umbrella. You need to have one hand free to use it, of course, but I have found that for an occasional summer rain, or some relief from the sun, I don't mind stowing away one walking stick.
You can find the normal climate data for Ourense here, and the extreme values for August here. Normally it would rain on an average of 3.3 days, so it's unlikely to rain the whole time, but @davejsy's prediction of high temperatures is more realistic. The August average maximum is 30.6 deg C, so about half of the days could exceed that.Potentially it could rain the whole time, or it could be 35+, it's impossible to tell. On the CF in October we were still getting 35 degree days.
Hi - my sister and I are Irish too and we did parts of the CF in August last year. We had days of 35+ heat but there was some shade and we added on days to shorten the hours we were walking so try to account for that. While we found it hot - especially wearing our backpacks - it wasn’t unbearable. We also took lots of breaks, drank lots of water and tried to be at our destination by noon. It also doesn’t get light until around 7am so unless you’re comfortable walking in the dark earlier factor that in too as you’re planning your daily itinerary. Buen Camino.I am looking to do my first Camino in mid August. I want to do a very quiet route so I chose from Ourense to Santiago.
I have read that on the Camino Sanabres it can go over 35° but this seems to be the more southern areas. Am I right? Would Ourense to Santiago be cooler? I'm Irish and would melt in 35° heat!
Oh that's great to hear. I'm also heading to Athens in July so I will get some practice in that heat!Hi - my sister and I are Irish too and we did parts of the CF in August last year. We had days of 35+ heat but there was some shade and we added on days to shorten the hours we were walking so try to account for that. While we found it hot - especially wearing our backpacks - it wasn’t unbearable. We also took lots of breaks, drank lots of water and tried to be at our destination by noon. It also doesn’t get light until around 7am so unless you’re comfortable walking in the dark earlier factor that in too as you’re planning your daily itinerary. Buen Camino.
I used the Euro Schirm Telescoping Handsfree Umbrella that Ivar sells in his store. It has straps to attach to the side of your pack when not in use. The canopy is wide and UV protective. It is very easy to attach to shoulder straps to be handsfree when walking. Attachments included. I loved it! Used it for sun protection and rain. Also available on Amazon.I might regret it but I think going to take the chance. I can always hunker down if it's blisteringly hot. Might buy one of those sun umbrellas too. I've heard good things about them.
I used the Euro Schirm Telescoping Handsfree Umbrella that Ivar sells in his store. It has straps to attach to the side of your pack when not in use. The canopy is wide and UV protective. It is very easy to attach to shoulder straps to be handsfree when walking. Attachments included. I loved it! Used it for sun protection and rain. Also available on Amazon.
Hi Sarah,I am looking to do my first Camino in mid August. I want to do a very quiet route so I chose from Ourense to Santiago.
I have read that on the Camino Sanabres it can go over 35° but this seems to be the more southern areas. Am I right? Would Ourense to Santiago be cooler? I'm Irish and would melt in 35° heat!
Irish? August will be hot and miserable. I'm from the USA, Arizona desert. It would be comfortable for me. You won't be there long enough to become accustomed.I am looking to do my first Camino in mid August. I want to do a very quiet route so I chose from Ourense to Santiago.
I have read that on the Camino Sanabres it can go over 35° but this seems to be the more southern areas. Am I right? Would Ourense to Santiago be cooler? I'm Irish and would melt in 35° heat!
I am looking to do my first Camino in mid August. I want to do a very quiet route so I chose from Ourense to Santiago.
I have read that on the Camino Sanabres it can go over 35° but this seems to be the more southern areas. Am I right? Would Ourense to Santiago be cooler? I'm Irish and would melt in 35° heat!
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