After a brief period of high temperatures, Spain is set to experience a dramatic weather shift. According to the forecast from the State Meteorological Agency (AEMET), a rapidly moving polar air mass will cause a significant drop in temperatures across most of the country, bringing unstable weather conditions.
Significant Cooling in the North
Starting this Thursday, the northern and southeastern parts of the peninsula will be the first to feel the impact of this cold air, with maximum temperatures expected to fall by 6 to 10 degrees Celsius within 24 hours. The cooling will be most intense in the northern Cantabrian region. For example, the maximum temperature in León is forecast to plummet from 33°C to 23°C, a 10°C drop. Burgos will see a decrease from 35°C to 26°C, and Lugo from 30°C to 22°C. The temperature drop will also be noticeable in the Ebro Valley, with Logroño’s temperature falling from 38°C to 31°C.
Central, Eastern, and Southern Regions Also Affected
The cold air will affect most of Spain. In the central and southeastern areas, temperatures in several cities will also drop significantly. For instance, Zaragoza’s maximum temperature will fall from 43°C on Wednesday to 37°C on Thursday, and further down to 32°C on Friday. In the region of Andalusia, Seville’s maximum temperature will drop from 39°C to 31°C, and Granada’s from 36°C to 30°C. Additionally, cities like Murcia and Albacete will experience temperature drops of around 5°C.
Strong Thunderstorms and Continuous Rain Warning
AEMET has issued a special warning for intense convective weather accompanying this cooling trend. The Pyrenees in the northeast face the highest risk of thunderstorms, which could lead to localized or flash floods. In the southeastern third of the country, thunderstorms could be very strong, accompanied by dangerous downbursts and powerful wind gusts, with the affected area potentially extending to the Balearic Islands. The meteorological agency expects rainy weather in the northern peninsula to possibly last until next Monday.
This weather event marks the end of Spain’s short-lived heatwave, with temperatures expected to fall slightly below the seasonal average in the coming days. Authorities advise the public to stay informed about the weather changes, take precautions against the sudden drop in temperature, and be alert to potential risks such as strong thunderstorms and localized flooding.
