Spain will shift from spring-like sunshine to cooler, wetter conditions this weekend in some parts of Spain. Temperatures are also expected to drop by up to 10ºC in parts of the country on Saturday.

Warm and Stable Weather Holds Until Friday

Thursday, April 24, will remain mostly calm, with clear skies and very little rain, according to Spain’s national weather agency, AEMET. Some light showers may appear in the eastern Cantabrian region, the Pyrenees, and northern areas of the Canary Islands. Morning fog could develop inland, but it will clear quickly.

Most of the country will enjoy spring weather, with temperatures topping 20ºC. In southern cities like Badajoz, Murcia, Sevilla, Córdoba, and Granada, highs may reach between 28ºC and 30ºC. Madrid is set to hit 25ºC, and Barcelona 20ºC.

Storms and Hail Expected on Friday in Inland Areas

Friday, April 25, will still be warm but more unstable. Showers and storms are likely to develop from midday, especially in mountainous and inland regions. Some storms could bring hail, but the Mediterranean coast is expected to stay mostly dry. Temperatures will remain high, particularly in the northeast and southern regions, where some cities may reach 31ºC or 32ºC.

Saturday Brings a Sharp Drop in Temperatures and Rain

AEMET forecasts a big change on Saturday. Storms and heavy showers are expected in the north, center, and east of the peninsula. Snow may fall in the Pyrenees above 1,800 meters. Rain will also reach the Balearic Islands and the northern Canary Islands.

Temperatures could fall by 8–10ºC in the north. For example, Pamplona will go from 25ºC on Friday to around 15ºC on Saturday. Meanwhile, parts of southern Andalucía will stay hot, with highs still above 30ºC.

Unsettled Weather May Affect May Day Bank Holiday

Looking ahead to the May Day bank holiday, a DANA (isolated high-altitude depression) could bring more rain and storms from Tuesday, April 29. While forecasts are still uncertain, many weather models suggest a DANA may hit Spain during the holiday period, potentially affecting travel plans.

The most likely scenario is a rainy long weekend across large parts of the country, particularly from Wednesday, April 30, to Sunday, May 4. However, forecasters say the situation is still developing and updates are expected in the coming days. Stay tuned for more information.