Aemet has issued yellow alerts for Mallorca due to extreme heat, intense rain, and storms. Residents should expect temperature spikes up to 38°C and possible strong showers. The warnings cover both Friday and Saturday.
Mallorca is set for a turbulent weekend as the Agencia Estatal de Meteorología (Aemet) has activated a series of yellow alerts for the island. The warnings, which begin on Friday, highlight a combination of soaring temperatures and a sharp rise in atmospheric instability. Residents and visitors are advised to prepare for both intense heat and the risk of sudden storms.
On Friday, the main concern is the heat. Aemet forecasts maximum temperatures reaching up to 38°C in the island’s interior and northern areas, with the alert in effect from midday until 18:00. The day will see mostly clear skies, though some high clouds and developing cumulus are expected. While the risk of rain is low, isolated showers could appear in central Mallorca during the early afternoon. Winds will remain light and variable, with coastal breezes offering little relief from the heat. Nighttime temperatures will stay high, continuing the pattern of tropical or even torrid nights.
Saturday brings a shift in conditions. Although the morning may start with little cloud cover, the atmosphere will become increasingly unstable as the day progresses. By early afternoon, Aemet warns of scattered but potentially strong showers and thunderstorms, especially in the island’s interior. The yellow alert for rain and storms is active from 13:00 to 17:00, with forecasts of up to 25 liters per square meter falling in just one hour. Despite the rain, the heat will persist, with another yellow alert for temperatures up to 37°C between 12:00 and 19:00 in the same central areas.
Looking ahead to Sunday, the forecast suggests a slight easing of conditions. The day will begin with mostly clear skies, but intervals of mid and high clouds will increase during the morning. By afternoon, new convective clouds could again bring isolated showers, mainly in the interior. Temperatures are expected to remain high or drop only slightly, and warm nights will continue. Winds will be light from the east, with coastal breezes developing later in the day.
This sequence of weather alerts follows a broader pattern of instability seen across Spain in recent weeks. For comparison, a recent cold front brought storms and a sharp temperature drop to other regions, underlining the unpredictable nature of this summer’s weather. In Mallorca, the combination of heat and sudden storms increases the risk of localized flooding and heat-related health issues, especially for vulnerable groups. The yellow alert level signals a need for caution but does not indicate severe danger. Aemet’s warnings are designed to help residents and tourists plan their activities and take precautions during periods of heightened risk. Mallorca’s weather in August is often marked by rapid changes, and local authorities typically advise monitoring official updates closely during such alert periods.
