AEMET warns that violent storms approaching could bring with them large hailstones, which can smash windscreens in Spain.

Spain, prepare yourself: the sky is about to get nasty. The Spanish State Meteorological Agency (AEMET) has sounded the alarm as an extraordinary cocktail of soaring heat and violent storms crashes into the peninsula, sending temperatures rocketing towards 40°C while unleashing hail the size of marbles. And experts call it anything but usual.

‘We are looking at an extremely unusual combination of severe heat and intense storm activity across large parts of Spain,’ warned meteorologist Roberto Brasero, who didn’t mince his words when he added: ‘We could see conditions we rarely experience.’

Hailstorm warning: protect your car in Spain from costly damages

The latest forecast from AEMET predicts hail to be primarily expected in eastern areas of the country, and in the north. Attention car owners: this is not just another scorcher of summer. In the next few days, Spain will be hit by violent hailstorms that pose a threat to exposed vehicles. Experts warn hailstones may cause serious damage to your car’s roof, windscreen, and bodywork.

THE CALM BEFORE THE STROME

For the time being, most of the country is still enjoying a deceptively sunny sky. Don’t be misled. AEMET’s Forecast Points to Rapidly deteriorating conditions today, Thunderstorms will be active on Thursday, especially in the afternoons. Bring on the boil Interior. The agency’s bulletin spells it out: ‘Abundant convective cloud development will bring showers and thunderstorms across wide inland areas, locally accompanied by hail and Very strong gusts.’

You can expect scorching heat one minute, ice pellets in the air and howling wind the next.

When the worst hits

The danger zones look like a map tour of Spain.

• ORANGE ALERT:
  • Alava (Basque Country)
  • Ribera del Ebro and La Iberica Riojana (La Rioja)
  • Gudar and Maestrazgo
  • Burgos (Castilla y Leon)
  • Zaragoza (Aragon), Huesca
  • Sevilla, Cordoba, and Jaen are all located in Andalucia
• YELLOW ALERT (moderate risk). Dutzende more provinces such as Madrid, Navarra Valencia, Castilla La Mancha Murcia, Catalonia Extremadura.

The warnings now cover approximately 37 provinces.

Hellish glory heat returns

The mercury is also exploding. Sevilla looks set to lead the charge with a blistering 40°C, closely followed by Cordoba, Granada and Zaragoza hovering around 39°C. Even in typically milder areas You can also like us on Facebook The Cantabrian coast is expected to experience temperatures of up to 30 degrees Celsius You can climb up to above 34°C.

‘It’s a dangerous mix,’ AEMET officials cautioned. ‘Prolonged heat waves combined with unstable air masses can amplify storm severity.’ Translation? Translation?

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This isn’t a spell where you can cast it as many times as you want. Just click on the button below to learn more. You can wait until sunset. In many areas, the minimum nighttime temperatures will remain stubbornly high. This will make it difficult for those who are vulnerable to recover from the scorching heat of the day.

Meanwhile, western Galicia and parts of the southeast may briefly enjoy slightly cooler nights — but elsewhere, the hot blanket stays firmly in place.

Dust Factor:alima All of it is complicated.

Adding yet another twist, Saharan dust clouds (known locally as ‘calimaThe ‘) is drifting across western Spain and the Canary Islands. It muddies the skies, and turns rain into a muddy, dirty mess.

Wind Warnings

And if you’re hoping for a breeze to bring relief — be careful what you wish for. Levante wind will blow through the Strait of Gibraltar while Canary Islands prepare for strong Trade Winds. Expect strong east-to-south winds in the interior, particularly when thunderstorms are brewing.

Experts warn of the danger

This is not just your typical summer hiccup. This is an all-out clash of seasons with a tropical air that’s incredibly hot colliding with upper layers cooler to unleash the fury of nature.

Spain’s health authorities already have heat risk protocols in place, particularly in northern areas like Aragon. Hospitals are prepared for an increase in heat-related illness.

Last word: Stay safe

Authorities urge people to stay informed by checking AEMET and local emergency services. Forecasts are closely monitored by outdoor events, farmers and tourists visiting Spain’s beaches. Drink alcohol in moderationParticularly during the day.

Bottom line? The weather in Spain will be volatile and dangerous for the next few weeks. Expect searing sun, flying hail, dirty rain, and sudden violent storms — all within hours of each other.

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