Spain faces a turbulent Pilar holiday as Aemet forecasts intense storms and heavy rainfall, with temperatures set to drop sharply. The southwest, Alborán, the Canary Islands and the Balearic Islands face the most severe weather, with some areas under orange alert.
A sudden downpour in Madrid turned the Puerta del Sol encampment into a test of endurance, forcing protesters to scramble for makeshift solutions as water poured through tarps and tents. The storm disrupted metro lines and brought the first major rains of autumn to the city.
Rodalies has suspended all service in Catalonia after drivers refused to run trains. Renfe and Adif say safety conditions are met, but passengers must rely on road alternatives as the return to normal service remains uncertain.
Emergency crews have rescued 24 people from vehicles across Tarragona. Xerta suffered the worst flooding as alerts spread toward Barcelona and Girona.
Rain stopped trains between Sant Vicenç de Calders and Tarragona for about 40 minutes, disrupting the R14, R15, R16 and R17 lines. Renfe restored service at 21:50.
Protesters at Madrid's Puerta del Sol used buckets to clear water from flooded tents during a powerful storm. They still planned to stay overnight as the camp remained a focal point in Spain's housing conflict.
Catalonia is facing a fourth day of torrential rain. Rescuers have freed 22 people as roads remain closed across Tarragona and alerts spread to 12 comarcas.
A tropical cyclone formed over the Mediterranean off Barcelona, a first for the region. The rare storm, distinct from a medicane, highlights the risks of a warming sea.
Rain is moving north across Catalonia, with storms expected to bring up to 60 mm in three hours. Crews are restoring power while firefighters search for a missing child in Granollers.
Southern Spain could face weather disruption as Mario Picazo warns of a possible DANA forming near the peninsula. The system may bring intense rain around the Pilar holiday, though the forecast remains uncertain.
Madrid is under a yellow alert as Aemet warns of strong storms and possible hail. After an unusually warm September, autumn weather has finally arrived, bringing rain and cooler air while changing daily routines across the region.
A northwestern DANA will bring rain and thunderstorms across much of Spain on Tuesday. Temperatures will fall across most of the mainland and the Canary Islands, while AEMET warnings cover several regions.
Spain faces another day of severe downpours as unstable Mediterranean conditions fuel unpredictable storms. Flooding risks remain high, with emergency alerts in place for multiple regions and rainfall totals already breaking records in some areas.
Barcelona is on high alert after heavy rain prompted the city to activate its emergency flood plan. Residents have been told to stay indoors and protect their homes as drains struggle to keep up.
Spain faces another day of relentless storms, with heavy rain and hail hitting the north and central regions. Meteorologists warn of intense downpours and falling temperatures, with weather alerts across much of the country. The unsettled pattern is expected to continue before conditions gradually stabilize.
Hermigua on La Gomera is known for its mild climate and wild scenery. The small village pairs steady temperatures with green valleys, while untamed beaches add a raw edge.
In Soria, traditional village houses have quietly mastered climate control for centuries. Thick stone walls and carefully planned layouts, built with natural materials, shield residents from freezing winters and scorching summers, without modern energy use or environmental cost.
Severe storms have swept across Spain, killing three people and breaking rainfall records. Nine regions remain under alert as experts assess whether the Mediterranean is seeing new, tropical-like weather patterns.
A sudden downpour flooded Granollers and stranded commuters. Residents say emergency alerts came too late and are demanding answers from city officials.
Granollers woke to flooded streets and school closures as Catalonia’s emergency alert system was triggered by sudden, intense rainfall. Disruption hit transport and hospitals, affecting thousands of residents, while authorities warned that conditions had exceeded all forecasts.
AEMET has raised the warning to red across Barcelona's inland outskirts. Torrential rain threatens sudden flooding while emergency teams search for one missing person.
Spain is reeling from a powerful storm system that has unleashed deadly floods and landslides. Emergency alerts remain in force across four provinces, with rivers overflowing and roads cut off; fatalities have been reported in Catalonia. Authorities urge extreme caution as the crisis deepens.
Madrid is under a yellow alert as the State Meteorological Agency warns of afternoon storms and steady rain. Temperatures are expected to hold steady, but the capital could face sudden changes and disruption.
A rare storm with tropical features battered Catalonia, killing two people and leaving one missing. Torrential rain shattered records and flooded towns, forcing evacuations as emergency crews responded. The region now faces a slow recovery from widespread damage.
Storms will cross parts of mainland Spain on Monday, 5 October 2026. Girona faces torrential rain overnight, high rainfall totals during the day, rising rivers and local flooding.
A torrent of water surged through Madrigueras in Albacete after 142 litres of rain fell per square metre in just a few hours. Homes and streets were inundated. A 102-year-old woman died as emergency teams carried out dozens of rescues.
Aemet has put the Canary Islands on alert for fast-moving storms and rain, as another wave of Saharan dust moves in. High temperatures will linger, but forecasts point to sudden showers and gusty winds on several islands.
Two people have died and one remains missing after relentless storms battered Catalonia. Emergency services are working to rescue trapped residents as rivers surge and transport grinds to a halt. Authorities warn that the danger is not over.
Barcelona and nearby towns are on edge after the Besòs river reached dangerous levels. Urgent alerts and evacuations followed, while train services shut down as relentless rain pushed the city’s systems to the brink.
A massive storm dumped nearly 600 litres per square metre over the Mediterranean, narrowly missing Valencia and Castellón. Emergency crews braced for disaster as rainfall broke alert records and exposed the region’s vulnerability to extreme weather.
An overnight storm in Granollers forced emergency crews to rescue people trapped in their vehicles after flash floods submerged basic roads. No injuries were reported, but the incident highlights the risks of extreme weather in Catalonia.
A sudden downpour caused 150 incidents across Bizkaia, including 137 in Bilbao. More than 70 millimetres of rain fell in some areas as tunnels closed and Euskalmet kept an orange alert in force until midnight.
Torrential rain left parts of Barcelona and nearby towns underwater. Trains stopped, and residents were told to stay inside as emergency crews responded to flooding at hospitals and homes, along with transport hubs across Catalunya.
Barcelona is under a rare red alert as relentless rain floods streets and disrupts daily life. Authorities have suspended outdoor activities and restricted movement across Catalonia, while emergency services stay on high alert for further storms.
A violent storm struck Madrigueras for over two hours, flooding homes and businesses and claiming the life of a 100-year-old woman. Residents now confront a field of mud, wrecked property, and uncertainty.
