Madrid enters the week under a yellow alert for high temperatures, with the Agencia Estatal de Meteorología (AEMET) forecasting highs of 36°C in both the metropolitan area and the Corredor del Henares. Issued for Sunday, the alert comes with mostly clear skies in the morning, followed by high cloud later in the day. Minimum temperatures are expected to remain above 23°C, while light southwest breezes will offer only limited relief from the heat.
AEMET’s Meteoalerta system issues updated warnings for adverse weather across Spain, with a maximum forecast horizon of 72 hours, and revises them as conditions develop. The agency’s temperature figures for the metropolitan area and the Corredor del Henares are forecasts for the named zones. Its observation service separately publishes hourly readings and daily extremes from individual weather stations, allowing forecast highs to be compared with recorded temperatures without treating one station’s reading as representative of every municipality.
AEMET forecasts little change in the weather pattern or temperature extremes compared with previous days. The alert highlights the risk of heat-related discomfort, especially for vulnerable groups in the capital and nearby municipalities. Residents are advised to monitor updates as the situation may change with further meteorological assessments.
On Monday, maximum temperatures are expected to dip slightly, with highs around 33°C and lows near 22°C. The day will begin with few clouds, and skies are set to clear further after midday. Winds will remain light and southwesterly, offering little cooling. By Tuesday, conditions are expected to stabilize, with no rain forecast and highs holding steady at 33°C. Nighttime lows will vary little, and gentle southwest breezes will persist.
Elsewhere in the region, Las Rozas de Madrid is forecast to have clear skies throughout the day, with a low of 18°C and a high of 36°C. Brunete is expected to see similarly stable conditions, with little cloud cover and temperatures ranging from below 19°C to a high of 36°C. These are locality-specific forecasts; measured temperatures are recorded separately at weather stations, where elevation and local exposure can shape readings.
Recent weather trends in Spain have included impressive fluctuations, with some regions experiencing abrupt changes at the start of August. For example, the Basque Country recently saw a sharp drop in temperatures and increased rainfall, contrasting with the persistent heat in central Spain. These regional differences highlight the importance of localized forecasts and timely alerts from agencies such as AEMET.
Heat alerts in Spain are issued against temperature thresholds that account for the affected weather phenomenon and warning zone. The yellow alert in Madrid signals a moderate risk. Authorities remind residents to stay hydrated and avoid prolonged sun exposure during peak hours, with particular attention to those most at risk. Persistent high temperatures can still pose health risks, particularly in urban environments where nighttime cooling is limited. AEMET updates its warnings as new forecasts and observations become available.
