AEMET Issues Adverse Weather Warnings for Barcelona This Weekend
The State Meteorological Agency has issued an alert for a period of significantly adverse weather that will impact the city of Barcelona and its extensive metropolitan area in the coming days. The trigger is the approach of a deep storm that will drive masses of cold and humid air, creating marked atmospheric instability. This scenario requires extreme caution, especially for outdoor plans. 🌧️
Widespread Precipitation and Risk of Storms
The prediction models agree in indicating that rain will make its appearance from Saturday morning, persisting with fluctuations in intensity until Sunday night. Moderate to heavy showers are expected, which could occur almost continuously, leading to a notable accumulation of rainwater in a short period of time. The easterly wind will increase ambient humidity and make the temperature feel lower than the actual one.
Main risks associated with the rains:- Persistent showers with the possibility of being locally intense.
- Formation of storms, which could be accompanied by lightning activity and strong wind gusts.
- Possibility of water accumulation on streets and low-lying areas in a few hours.
The Agency warns of the possibility of storms accompanied by lightning and strong wind gusts, which adds an additional risk factor.
Snow at Mid Altitudes and Impact in the Interior
While the coast mainly faces rain, the interior of the province and mountainous areas will experience a more pronounced temperature drop. The snow level will drop significantly, settling around 800-900 meters during Saturday and Sunday early morning. This makes it very likely that it will snow in massifs such as the Montseny and various ranges of the Prelitoral Mountain Range.
Recommendations for mountain and interior areas:- Check road conditions before heading inland.
- Carry chains or winter tires if driving through areas affected by snow.
- Exercise extreme caution on mountain roads due to possible ice or snow.