Santiago de Compostela weather in August (Galicia, Spain)
Planning a trip to Santiago de Compostela in August? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.
In Santiago de Compostela the weather in August is generally perfect, characterized by high temperatures and moderate rainfall. August is a summer month. Daytime temperatures hover around 25°C, while nights can cool down to about 15°C. On average, it sees the highest temps of the year.
Santiago de Compostela in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 50 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 9 days of the month will see rainfall.
The city usually sees around 236 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.
If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, August is one of the better months to visit Santiago de Compostela. June, July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January tends to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Santiago de Compostela climate page with graphs.
Santiago de Compostela, monthly averages in August
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So, what should you wear in Santiago de Compostela in August?
For visitors traveling to Santiago de Compostela, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in August.
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