Lorraine Williamson
Spain’s weather is shifting again, with weather alerts today pointing to a familiar spring mix: sudden storms, rising temperatures, and local downpours that could catch people out.
After several days of unsettled conditions, the worst of the weekend instability is beginning to ease. However, forecasters warn that Sunday will not be completely calm everywhere. Showers and storms are still expected in parts of northern Spain, while temperatures are set to climb across much of the country.
For anyone travelling, heading to an outdoor event, or planning a Sunday lunch outside, the message is simple. Check your local forecast before setting off.
Storms ease, but not everywhere
The recent spell of stormy weather has been linked to a pocket of unstable air over the Peninsula. That system is now moving away, but it is leaving behind enough instability for more localised showers.
According to Meteored, Sunday could still bring stormy showers in the northern third of Spain. These may be brief, but they can be intense. In this type of spring weather, skies can change quickly.
AEMET’s warning page should be checked throughout the day, especially by anyone travelling between provinces or spending time outdoors. The agency’s meteorological alerts include storm risks that may bring hail and strong gusts in affected areas.
Heat rises again across Spain
At the same time, temperatures are expected to rise across much of the country.
Meteored says Spain is heading into another spell of unusually warm weather for late April. The warm-up is expected to be felt more clearly from Monday into Tuesday, when several inland areas could approach or exceed 30 °C.
Badajoz could reach 32 °C on Monday, while Córdoba, Sevilla, Cáceres, Guadalajara, Lleida, Ourense, Salamanca, and Zaragoza may sit between 28 °C and 30 °C. By Tuesday, Badajoz, Lleida, Ourense, Sevilla, and Zaragoza could reach around 30 °C.
That is warm for the end of April. It also adds energy to the atmosphere, which can help storms develop more sharply.
Sudden temperature drops possible during storms
The contrast between warm air and local storm development is one of the main features of the forecast.
Meteored notes that where storms do break out, temperatures may fall suddenly. In practical terms, that means parts of Spain may feel almost summery during the middle of the day, then turn cooler and stormy within minutes.
This is particularly relevant for hikers, cyclists, event visitors, and people driving longer distances. A clear morning does not guarantee a clear afternoon.
Andalucia sees warmer air after a stormy spell
In Andalucia, the weekend’s more unsettled conditions are giving way to warmer weather again, especially inland.
Córdoba and Sevilla are among the cities expected to see temperatures close to 30 °C at the start of the week. Coastal areas are likely to feel less extreme, partly because of maritime influence, but conditions may still feel muggy or changeable.
For those heading to beaches, countryside restaurants, ferias, or sporting events, it is worth checking the latest provincial forecast rather than relying on a national outlook.
Why this April weather feels unsettled
Late April often brings changeable weather in Spain. However, this year’s pattern is being sharpened by warm air, local instability, and a Mediterranean that remains warmer than average in some areas.
Meteored says sea temperatures around the Balearic area and parts of the south-east coast are running up to 3 °C above average. That extra warmth can help feed more energetic showers and storms.
It is a reminder that spring weather in Spain can be deceptively volatile. Sunshine, heat, dust, storms, and sudden downpours can all appear within the same week.
Check before travelling this Sunday
Anyone driving today should check AEMET’s official alerts and local road conditions before setting out.
The same advice applies to people travelling by train, attending outdoor events, or planning walks in mountain areas. Storms may be local, but they can still bring heavy rain, hail, or strong gusts where they develop.