Easter week in Spain this year may bring unpleasant surprises for millions of residents and tourists. According to Aemet, unstable weather could disrupt traditional processions as well as holiday plans. Whether the festivities can go on without umbrellas remains unclear: forecasters point to a high degree of uncertainty in their predictions.
At the start of the last week of March, most of the country will enjoy dry weather. The exception is the northern part of the peninsula, where brief showers are possible. The situation is more complicated in the Canary Islands: strong and persistent rains are expected there, although the intensity will gradually decrease after Tuesday. No significant rainfall is forecast for the rest of Spain until the end of the week.
Temperature contrasts
In the coming days, temperatures will generally match the season, but with notable deviations in some areas. In the northeast, thermometers could fall below the March average, while in the southwest, temperatures may slightly exceed normal levels. Forecasters warn of a significant difference between night and day temperatures: mornings will be cool, but by midday the air will warm up to comfortable levels.
Such temperature swings create additional challenges for planning outdoor events. Organizers of Easter processions must consider not only the risk of rain, but also sharp weather changes throughout the day. According to RUSSPAIN, similar conditions have repeatedly led to alterations in the routes and schedules of holiday processions.
Easter Week uncertainty continues
From March 30 to April 5, when Spain’s main Easter events will take place, forecasts remain extremely uncertain. According to Aemet, rainfall is unlikely in the west and south of the peninsula, but showers cannot be ruled out in northern and eastern regions as well as on both archipelagos. Temperatures during this period are likely to be close to average spring values, though some areas could experience drops.
Meteorologists note that long-term forecasts for this period often change. Therefore, residents and visitors are advised to monitor updates and be prepared for any weather scenario. Last year, a similar situation led to the cancellation of several major processions in Galicia and the Balearic Islands.
Impact on traditions and tourism
Weather fluctuations during Easter have traditionally been a cause for concern among organizers of religious events and representatives of the tourism industry. In the event of heavy rain, many processions may be postponed or canceled, impacting the economies of regions where the festivities attract thousands of visitors. In Andalucía, for example, in 2024, bad weather forced the cancellation of part of the events, leading to dissatisfaction among local residents and business owners.
In recent years, unstable spring weather has become increasingly common. According to russpain.com, during the 2023 and 2024 Easter periods, there were sharp temperature changes and unexpected downpours, especially in the northern and eastern regions of the country. As a result, organizers are having to prepare alternative scenarios for the celebrations in advance and strengthen safety measures for participants and spectators.
Easter in Spain has traditionally been marked by large-scale processions that gather thousands of participants and spectators. In 2023, due to heavy rain, several key processions in Sevilla and Málaga were canceled, while events in Valencia and Barcelona faced delays. In 2024, weather conditions once again affected the holiday schedule, especially in the Canary Islands and Galicia. Meteorologists note that such spring instability is becoming the new normal for the country.
