When to Go

Galicia can get very hot (more than 90°F [30°C]) June–September, although summer is the best time for swimming and water sports and for Celtic music festivals. Asturias, in the mountains, is cooler. Galicia can be rainy to the point of saturation—not for nothing is this region called Green Spain—so avoid the area in winter: the rain, wind, and freezing temperatures make driving an arduous experience. Spring and fall are ideal, as the weather is reasonable and crowds are few. At any time of year in Galicia, it is not unusual to experience all seasons in one day.