Shakira’s Madrid concert presses on despite rain warnings
Rain is in the forecast, but Shakira’s eighth Madrid concert will go ahead. Organisers expect over 150,000 fans and have ponchos ready; only a severe storm could force a change.
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Red rain alerts cover 17 Catalan counties
Meteocat has placed 17 Catalan counties under its highest rain alert, with up to 40 litres per square metre forecast in 30 minutes. The warning is expected to extend to 20 counties on Sunday as flood risks grow and officials discourage unnecessary travel.
Floodwaters Kill 102-Year-Old Woman in Albacete
Water and mud swept through Madrigueras after heavy rain on Friday. A 102-year-old woman died after floodwater entered her home, while early reports of five missing people awaited confirmation from emergency officials.
Catalonia halts movement as torrential rains trigger maximum alert
Catalonia faces its most severe weather alert in years as authorities ban movement from 18:00 amid torrential rain. Forecasts of more than 200 liters per square meter have raised fears of flooding, while marine tornadoes and widespread disruption are also expected.
Storms Threaten Spain's October 12 Holiday Weekend
Jorge Rey expects severe storms in the Levante during the October 12 holiday weekend. AEMET also points to an unusually warm final quarter of 2026.
Barcelona housing protest postponed as Catalonia faces extreme rain alert
The Barcelona housing demonstration has been moved from Saturday to Monday, 5 October. Authorities issued their highest-level rain warnings and urged people to avoid unnecessary travel and outdoor activity.
Catalunya braces for rare Mediterranean hurricane threat
Authorities in Catalunya warn of a possible Mediterranean hurricane, with more than 200 l/m² of rain and dangerous winds expected. Emergency alerts and restrictions could affect millions across the region.
Heavy Rain Triggers Municipal Emergency Alert
The city activated its municipal emergency plan after heavy rain began. Residents were told to avoid flood-prone areas and secure objects that water could carry away.
President García-Page surveys flood devastation in Madrigueras
A catastrophic flash flood struck Madrigueras, killing one woman and forcing dozens of people to be rescued. President Emiliano García-Page arrived to assess the aftermath as emergency teams work to restore order in the battered town.
Flash Floods Sweep Through Madrigueras After Torrential Rains
A sudden surge of floodwater has submerged the streets of Madrigueras, trapping people in buildings and sweeping cars away. Emergency services are responding to more than a hundred calls as the town faces severe disruption.
Renfe halts Valencia commuter trains as torrential storms trigger red alert
Renfe has suspended commuter rail services in Valencia and connections to Catalonia after AEMET issued a red alert for extreme rainfall. Parts of eastern Spain face up to 90 litres per square metre per hour and the risk of flash floods.
Thunderstorms and rain drench Pamplona as temperatures rise
Pamplona wakes to steady rain and a high chance of storms, with temperatures set to reach 24°C. The unsettled pattern will linger through the weekend, disrupting routines across Navarra and nearby towns.
Torrential rain slams Valencia and Catalonia with record force
Valencia and southern Catalonia are under a rare red alert after more than 90 liters per square meter fell in one hour. The storms are disrupting daily life along Spain’s Mediterranean coast.
Brunete faces yellow alert as storms threaten Madrid region
Brunete is under a yellow alert for rain and storms as AEMET warns of unsettled weather. Locals should expect muggy conditions and intermittent showers as the weekend approaches, with skies changing throughout.
Torrential rains batter Tarragona and Castellón as red alerts hold
Tarragona and Castellón remain under red alert as Spain endures a second day of severe storms. Meteorologists warn that rainfall could exceed 300 liters in under 12 hours, with the Mediterranean coast hit hardest and alerts stretching across ten regions.
Tarragona faces red alert as heavy rain spreads across Spain
Tarragona could receive more than 250 litres per square metre. Heavy rain will spread across Spain on Friday, with emergency services urging extreme caution from early morning.
Red alerts put Spain's eastern coast on flood footing
Aemet has issued red alerts for Tarragona, Castellón and Valencia. Rainfall may reach 250mm in 12 hours, with up to 90mm possible in one hour in some areas. Renfe has already suspended several services.
Heavy rain warnings hit eastern Spain as storms threaten key regions
Storms threaten eastern Spain, with up to 60 litres of rain per square metre forecast in just one hour. Emergency warnings are active across Aragón, Baleares, Castilla-La Mancha, Cataluña and the Comunidad Valenciana, where officials are urging people to watch for flash floods and strong winds.
Clouds and Rain Shift Weather in Las Rozas de Madrid
Las Rozas de Madrid is in for a weather change as clouds thicken and rain returns. Temperatures will dip from recent highs, with the weekend forecast bringing persistent showers and cooler air across the region.
Nine Spanish regions brace for severe storms and torrential rain
Spain faces a surge of dangerous weather, with nine regions placed on alert for heavy rain and storms. AEMET warns of intense downpours and hail, with strong winds and orange warnings across basic eastern provinces.
Clouds and light rain to shake up Brunete’s weather
Brunete’s skies are about to change. High clouds will give way to thick cover and light rain, with cooler mornings and several days of unsettled weather ahead.
Red alert as torrential rains flood Catalonia
Catalonia is under its highest weather alert as torrential rain floods streets and disrupts transport. Up to 180 liters per square meter is expected, and emergency warnings have gone out across the region. Daily life in Barcelona and nearby towns has been thrown into chaos.
Nighttime earthquake rattles Alicante region with strongest tremor in months
A magnitude 3.1 earthquake struck near Murcia in the early hours, with its epicenter close to Pilar de la Horadada. The tremor was felt in several towns, but no injuries or property damage have been reported. It was the area's most impressive seismic activity in half a year.
Atlantic Front Brings Rain and Heat Swings Across Spain
A new Atlantic front is crossing Spain with rain and storms. Temperatures will rise sharply in some regions before another downturn at the weekend.
Madrid faces cooler days as rain returns to the Sierra
Madrid will close out September under clouds and with a sharp drop in temperatures. The State Meteorological Agency expects scattered showers, especially in the Sierra, and highs below 30 degrees. Autumn is here.
Rain Eases Across Spain After Tuesday's Red Alerts
Spain's weather will calm after a difficult Tuesday, but the risk has not gone. Inland storms may still become strong, while heat and tropical nights continue in several provinces.
Atlantic front brings rain to northern Spain
An Atlantic front will cross Spain from the northwest on Wednesday 30 September. Rain will focus on the north and west, while temperatures stay high in the southeast and Mediterranean areas.
Atlantic front brings heavy rain to northern Spain
An Atlantic front will bring widespread cloud and persistent rain on Wednesday 30 September. The eastern Cantabrian coast and western Pyrenees face the heaviest downpours.
Madrid faces shifting skies and scattered rain as temperatures climb
Madrid is set for an unsettled day, with brief showers, shifting cloud cover and temperatures peaking at 25°C. The coming days bring further fluctuations, including a rise to 28°C and renewed rain by the weekend.
Flooding rain paralyses travel across Catalonia
Floodwater has closed roads and disrupted air and rail services across Barcelona province. Flights and trains were suspended as several rivers reached risk levels.
Atlantic front triggers sharp temperature drop and heavy rain across Spain
Spain faces a dramatic weather reversal as an Atlantic front brings widespread rain and a sudden plunge in temperatures. With red alerts in Catalonia and orange warnings in Galicia, the country braces for a distinctly autumnal start to October after a scorching summer.
Red alert shifts north as heavy rain hits Barcelona
Rainfall has pushed the highest warning level toward Catalonia, with Barcelona recording around 100 litres per square metre in one hour. Renfe suspended several services as flooding risks grew across the region.
Rain and cooler air sweep Madrid as summer heat breaks
Rain and cooler temperatures are replacing Madrid’s recent heatwave. The State Meteorological Agency forecasts unsettled weather, with scattered showers and a impressive drop in maximum temperatures across the region.
Catalonia faces ES-Alert as severe rain threatens key coastal regions
Civil Protection has issued an ES-Alert for thirteen Catalan comarcas, warning of locally intense rain and violent weather expected Tuesday morning. Residents are urged to avoid flood-prone areas and adjust travel plans as authorities monitor for further risks.
Clouds and rain shape Madrid weather as temperatures climb
Madrid faces a week of dense cloud and scattered rain as temperatures rise. The State Meteorological Agency outlines changing skies across the region, with local variations and weekend showers in light breezes.