Weather changes at the start of Easter Week may force Spaniards to adjust their plans for traditional holidays and public events. Meteorologists are already reporting instability in the coming days, affecting not only the north but also some eastern and central regions. For many residents and tourists, this means reconsidering travel routes and preparing for unexpected weather conditions.
According to the Agencia Estatal de Meteorología (Aemet), relative calm is expected across most of Spain on Friday and Saturday, but rain is forecast in the Cantabria area and will gradually spread to northern regions. Elsewhere, cloud cover should be minimal, although brief showers are possible in the Balearic Islands. By Sunday, March 29, the situation will change: a cold front will arrive on the Iberian Peninsula and the Balearic Islands, bringing polar air. This will cause snowfall in northern provinces and a marked drop in temperatures, with the possibility of overnight frosts in mountain areas and on the plateau.
Anticyclone influence
At the start of the new week, according to Meteored, a powerful anticyclone will form over the northwest Atlantic, acting as a barrier to Atlantic cyclones. Its influence will bring stable weather to most regions of Spain from Monday through Thursday, though at the beginning of the week, northern winds will bring in cold air. Temperatures will gradually increase, and by Thursday, in southern and western areas such as Andalucía and Extremadura, thermometers may rise above 20°C. Meanwhile, precipitation will persist in the north, with snow possible in the mountains.
On Thursday and Friday, eltiempo.es forecasts further warming, especially in southern regions. However, weak fronts may still affect the north of the country, bringing brief showers. Despite the overall improvement in weather, meteorologists stress that the forecast remains highly uncertain, particularly regarding the possible development of a high-altitude depression (DANA), which could change the outlook at any moment.
Risks for the Balearic and Canary Islands
Special attention is being paid to the Balearic Islands, where local thunderstorms and downpours are possible if the DANA shifts eastward. The Canary Islands are expected to enjoy stable weather all week, with slightly rising temperatures and the influence of trade winds. However, brief periods of more intense rainfall cannot be ruled out in the middle of the week, should the depression affect the archipelago.
According to data from Aemet, weather conditions during this period may cause cancellations or rescheduling of mass events related to Easter, especially in the northern and eastern regions. Organizers of processions and tourists have to take possible schedule changes into account and be prepared for adverse weather conditions.
Easter and Weather Anomalies
In recent years, Easter in Spain has often been marked by sharp weather changes. In 2024, for example, snow fell in the north of the country at the end of March, which came as a surprise to many residents and visitors. Similar situations have occurred in previous seasons, when unstable atmospheric conditions led to the cancellation of traditional parades and large public events. According to russpain.com, such weather anomalies are becoming increasingly frequent, requiring organizers and tourists to remain flexible and ready for last-minute changes.
