October in Spain began with unexpectedly high temperatures, more reminiscent of summer than autumn. For several days, residents in many regions watched as thermometers confidently climbed above 30 degrees. It was especially hot in the south, where in some areas the air temperature reached nearly 35 degrees. Locals call this phenomenon a “little summer”—when autumn suddenly gives way to summer heat.
However, stable and sunny weather will not last everywhere. By the weekend, a new front is approaching the north of the country, linked to cyclone Amy, which is currently moving over the United Kingdom. This atmospheric disturbance will bring heavy rains and thunderstorms, affecting Galicia, Asturias, Cantabria, the Basque Country, as well as areas of the Pyrenees and the upper Ebro. These regions will see cloudy skies and a sharp drop in temperatures, serving as a reminder that real autumn is approaching.
Meanwhile, most of Spain will continue to enjoy clear days. In the center and south of the country, including Madrid, Andalucía, Alicante and Murcia, temperatures will remain at late-summer levels. Sevilla, Málaga and Córdoba can expect temperatures close to 35 degrees, with some areas experiencing even more intense heat. Only in the north, in cities like Vitoria, Burgos and Pamplona, will temperatures stay below 20 degrees, while in Cantabria and Asturias, some places may not even reach 15.
Saturday will bring a stark contrast: while the north faces rain and thunderstorms, the rest of the country will enjoy a sunny weekend. By the end of the week, the remnants of the weakened front will linger in the mountain regions and the north, where isolated brief downpours are possible. On Sunday evening, rain may reach northeastern Catalonia, northern Comunidad Valenciana, and some spots in the Balearic Islands. For most Spaniards, however, the weekend will be calm and warm—unless you live in the north, where you’ll definitely need an umbrella.
