Breaking News: Spain’s Heat Wave Disrupted by Rain and Storms
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Urgent Update: Weather Changes Brace Spain
After days of unusually high temperatures gripping much of Spain, a much-needed change has arrived. An Atlantic trough is displacing warm air and bringing significant rains, storms, and a marked decline in temperatures across the northern half of the country. The State Meteorology Agency (Aemet) confirms that Monday marks the beginning of a week ushering in meteorological instability, although a thermal ascent is anticipated from Thursday.
Historical Context and Expert Insights
Rubén del Campo, spokesperson for Aemet, notes that similar weather patterns have been observed in previous years, with the most intense occurring in 2015 and 2022. “These recent instances align with a broader scenario where summer conditions are starting sooner and more frequently, even before the end of spring,” he explains. This trend highlights the evolving climate dynamics affecting Spain.
Temperatures Plummet in the Northeast
According to experts, the northeast of the peninsula will experience a remarkable drop in temperatures, with thermometers potentially falling by up to 10 degrees compared to Sunday. Tuesday and Wednesday will see temperatures returning to normal values, though the atmosphere will be more unstable, presenting strong local storms especially in the north and east of the peninsula and the Balearic Islands.
Weather Outlook for Tuesday and Wednesday
On Tuesday, stormy showers are expected across the north and east, with strong storms likely in the mountain regions and surrounding areas. Temperatures are set to decline in the southern half, while rising in the northeastern regions and Balearic Islands. Notable temperature predictions include 32 degrees in cities like Zaragoza, Lleida, Málaga, and Murcia and 31 degrees in Madrid and Granada, with nível temperatures around 21 degrees in Burgos and Bilbao.
Storms Predicted for Wednesday
Wednesday is expected to bring more storms in the north and east, with intense showers forecasted in areas like Aragón, Catalonia, and the interior of Castellón. Other regions within the northern and eastern halves, as well as the Balearic Islands, can expect scattered rainfall.
Forecast for the Mid-Week and Beyond
The weather will settle slightly with somewhat cooler temperatures in the northeast and the Balearic Islands, while higher temperatures are anticipated in the Cantabrian region and certain areas in the Levant. Temperatures exceeding 30 degrees are expected in the central and southern regions, with highs potentially reaching 34 degrees in specific areas.
A New Thermal Ascent Begins on Thursday
From Thursday, temperatures will rise again, although storms may persist, particularly in Galicia and the northeast. Temperatures will continue to rise into the weekend, with potential maximums approaching 35 degrees in various regions. The meteorology outlook suggests more stable conditions but with isolated storm chances.
