In the coming days, Spain will experience weather changes that could affect the plans of millions of residents and tourists. According to RUSSPAIN, meteorologists are warning of a sharp drop in temperatures and a return to winter conditions over the Easter period. This means many regions will be influenced by cold air masses, with typical spring mildness giving way to snow and frost.
Special attention is being paid to the Canary Islands, where the Therese storm raged for nearly a week. Although the worst has passed, residual effects remain, and heavy rain is still possible in some areas. By Thursday, the situation is expected to stabilize, though light showers may persist in the north of the archipelago. Meanwhile, most of mainland Spain and the Balearic Islands will see predominantly clear weather, but clouds, rain, and snow at elevations above 1,000 meters are forecast in the Cantabrian and Pyrenees regions.
Weather risks and warnings
Meteorological services have issued a series of alerts for various regions. On La Palma, La Gomera, El Hierro, and Tenerife, warnings are in place for heavy rain, while Castellón and Tarragona are facing strong wind alerts. Dangerous waves are also expected in Girona and Tarragona. Other parts of the country, including Huesca, Teruel, Zaragoza, Girona, and Lleida, may experience gusty winds. Warnings for waves have been announced along the Cádiz coast as well as in Galicia, Cantabria, Asturias, and the Basque Country. There remains a risk of thunderstorms in La Palma, and snowfall is expected in the Navarre Pyrenees.
Thursday will bring calm weather to the Canary Islands, though light rain is possible in the west of the archipelago and in Gran Canaria. On the mainland and Balearic Islands, rain is forecast for the northern and northeastern regions, as well as in Catalonia. Snow levels will drop to between 1,000 and 1,200 meters. Clear skies will prevail elsewhere, but northern winds are expected to strengthen, especially in the northeast and Balearic Islands. Temperatures will drop sharply, particularly during the day: it will warm up in Andalusia, while the contrast between south and north will be especially noticeable in northern and central areas. In Seville, temperatures may reach 27 degrees, but in Burgos and Soria they will not exceed 10 degrees.
Easter weekend marked by cold weather
Friday’s weather is expected to remain generally stable, though scattered light rain may occur in parts of Cantabria, the southeast, and the Balearic Islands. Brief showers are also possible in the north of the Canary Islands. The main feature of the day will be the cold: frost is likely in the mountains and surrounding areas in the morning, and daytime temperatures in the south will fall, while central and northern regions will stay within 10–20 degrees.
Saturday’s weather will see little change. Frost will persist in the mountains and highlands of central and northern Spain. Cloud cover will increase across the northern half of the country, while rain and snow (from 1,000 meters) will once again return to Cantabria and the Pyrenees. Scattered showers are possible in the Balearic Islands and the north of the Canaries, but they will be localised.
Sunday: winter returns
Sunday, which coincides with Palm Sunday (Domingo de Ramos), will bring unusually cold weather for this time of year. Inland areas, especially in the north and east, will wake up to frost. In Teruel, the temperature may drop to minus two degrees. During the day, most regions will see highs no greater than 11–13 degrees, creating an almost winter-like atmosphere.
Precipitation is expected in Cantabria, the Pyrenees, and the upper Ebro, where snow will fall above 1,000 meters. Rain is also possible in the Balearic Islands, while in the east and south of the mainland the chance of precipitation is minimal, but it cannot be completely ruled out.
First days of Easter: stabilization
At the start of Holy Week, weather conditions are forecast to gradually improve. Rain will persist only in the far north, and nighttime frost may still occur on Monday. From Tuesday, temperatures will start to return to seasonal norms, and most regions can expect more typical late March weather.
In recent years, Spain has repeatedly faced unusual weather conditions during Easter. In 2024, for example, snowfalls and a sharp cold snap affected the northern regions and led to the cancellation of several outdoor events. In 2025, Andalucía and Castilla experienced strong winds and heavy rains, causing disruptions to transport. These weather surprises are becoming more frequent, prompting residents and visitors alike to adjust their holiday plans in advance.
