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Best time to visit Santiago de Compostela: month by month
Short answer
May, June and September are the best months, with highs of about 20–23°C and fewer rainy days than autumn or winter. July and August are warmest (about 25–27°C) and driest, but busiest with pilgrims, especially around 25 July. November to March is cool and wet, with up to 18 rainy days a month.
Month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rainy days | Crowds |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 12°C | 4°C | 13 | low |
| Feb | 14°C | 6°C | 11 | low |
| Mar | 15°C | 7°C | 15 | medium |
| Apr | 18°C | 8°C | 13 | high |
| May | 20°C | 11°C | 12 | high |
| Jun | 22°C | 13°C | 12 | high |
| Jul | 25°C | 15°C | 7 | very high |
| Aug | 27°C | 16°C | 5 | very high |
| Sep | 23°C | 14°C | 12 | high |
| Oct | 20°C | 12°C | 17 | medium |
| Nov | 15°C | 8°C | 17 | low |
| Dec | 13°C | 7°C | 18 | low |
Temperatures and rainy days: Copernicus ERA5 averages, 2021–2023. Crowd levels are our estimate.
Season by season
Spring (Mar–May)
Highs rise from about 15°C in March to 20°C in May, with 12–15 rainy days a month; green and fresh, with Holy Week crowds.
Summer (Jun–Aug)
Highs of about 22°C in June and 25–27°C in July and August, with only 5–7 rainy days in July and August; peak pilgrim season.
Autumn (Sep–Nov)
About 23°C in September, then 20°C in October and 15°C in November, with 17 rainy days in October and November.
Winter (Dec–Feb)
Highs of about 12–14°C and lows of 4–7°C, with 11–18 rainy days a month; quiet and cheap, but often wet.
Events worth planning around
- Holy Week (Semana Santa) processions — March or April
- Feast of St James and the Fiestas del Apóstol — July, peaking on 24–25 July
- Holy Year (when 25 July falls on a Sunday) — next in 2027
When to avoid
Avoid late July if you dislike crowds and high prices, and expect very large crowds throughout the 2027 Holy Year. November to February is the rainiest period.
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Common questions
What is the best month to visit Santiago?
May, June or September, with highs of about 20–23°C and fewer rainy days.
Does it rain a lot in Santiago?
Yes, especially from October to March, with up to 18 rainy days a month. July and August are the driest.
When is the next Holy Year?
2027, when 25 July falls on a Sunday. Expect large crowds and book early.