Galicia is an autonomous community in northwest Spain, celebrated for its emerald-green landscapes, dramatic Atlantic coastline, world-famous pilgrimage route to Santiago de Compostela, outstanding seafood, and Albariño wines from the Rías Baixas.
Galicia has an Atlantic oceanic climate — one of the wettest regions in Spain with annual rainfall of 1,000–2,000 mm in coastal areas and up to 3,000 mm in the mountains. Temperatures are mild year-round: summer rarely exceeds 28°C and winter rarely drops below 5°C. The rain gives Galicia its distinctive green landscape. Fog (orballo) is common, especially in winter and spring mornings.
Best time to visit
Best: Year-round
Avoid: None
Month-by-month weather
Typical conditions throughout the year.
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The seasons
What to expect in each part of the year.
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Crowds & peak times
When to expect tourists and when to avoid them.
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- Period
- July 20–August 31
- Level
- Peak
- Notes
- All accommodation expensive and books out; Caminos very crowded
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- Easter Week
- Level
- High
- Notes
- Processions draw large crowds; Santiago hotel prices spike
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- July 25
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- Extreme
- Notes
- Feast of St James; book 6+ months ahead for Santiago
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- May–June / Sep–Oct
- Level
- Moderate
- Notes
- Best combination of good weather and manageable crowds
Major events & festivals
Time your visit around what matters.