Madrid is under a yellow alert as the State Meteorological Agency warns of afternoon storms and steady rain. Temperatures are expected to hold steady, but the capital could face sudden changes and disruption.
The State Meteorological Agency (AEMET) has issued a yellow warning for rain and storms across the Comunidad de Madrid, including the city and the Corredor del Henares. Two risk periods are forecast, overnight and in the afternoon. Both could bring heavy downpours, with hail and strong winds also possible.
The morning is expected to be cloudy, with conditions changing after 6:00. AEMET expects the worst weather between midday and 18:00, before thunderstorms gradually ease. Local reports say the heaviest rain should begin around 14:00 and continue into the night. Some areas could receive up to 20 mm per hour.
During the same weather episode, rainfall rates in the Sierra de Madrid reached up to 40 mm per hour and 60 mm over 12 hours, far above typical autumn showers.
Temperatures will barely change, with highs near 23°C and lows around 16°C, as yesterday. Winds will stay light and mostly easterly, doing little to clear the clouds. Regional emergency services have urged caution: sudden heavy rain could catch people off guard, while hail and strong gusts add to the risks for travel and outdoor plans.
Tuesday is forecast to bring thick clouds and rain from early morning until midday. Skies may clear somewhat later, but temperatures will fall, with highs around 20°C and lows near 14°C. Winds will turn gentle and southwesterly. Several Spanish media outlets report tougher conditions in northern and mountainous areas. The Sierra de Madrid is under an orange alert, while the rest of the region remains under a yellow alert.
Wednesday is expected to bring more clouds and intermittent rain, with temperatures between 14°C and 20°C and light westerly winds.
Several autonomous communities across Spain were also under warnings for heavy rain and storms during this period. Catalonia faced the highest danger levels. Earlier reports said Catalonia and other areas had also been hit by severe rain warnings.
Forecasts may change as AEMET updates its data. Residents and commuters should expect wet afternoons and follow official updates as Madrid faces a stretch of unsettled skies and unpredictable storms.
