Province Ciudad Real wakes up this Monday under yellow warning Due to showers and storms. The State Meteorological Agency (AEMET) and Civil Protection have established monitoring windows from dawn until midday in various areas, in view of the possibility of heavy rainfall and associated phenomena.
According to the official forecast, there will be rain and thunder in the early hours which will tend to subside as the day progresses, with clearer skies in the afternoon. A slight increase in minimum temperatures is expected and a moderate drop in maximum temperatures, with a mild atmosphere and light easterly winds, somewhat stronger near the storm cores.
Areas and times under surveillance
The AEMET maintains yellow notice from 04:00 a.m. to 13:00 p.m. in the regions of Montes del Norte and Anchuras due to showers that can leave up to 15 mm in one hour. At the same time, the Government Subdelegation in Ciudad Real has activated the warning for rain and storms for Ciudad Real and Puertollano between 07:00 and 13:00, with a probability of occurrence of 40–70%.
During the episode it is not ruled out that the storms will be accompanied by hail and strong gusts of wind, so it is recommended to take extreme caution on short trips at dawn and in the morning.
Detailed forecast: sky evolution, wind and accumulated
In the province as a whole, the early morning and much of the morning will be marked by heavy cloudiness and showers Unevenly distributed. The situation will tend to improve from midday onwards, with cloud cover decreasing until it becomes mostly cloudy in the late afternoon.
The wind will blow from eastern component, generally weak, with somewhat more intense periods in areas affected by storms. Although instability will decrease in the afternoon, it is advisable not to let down your guard in the early hours of the day, when the probability of showers is higher.
Temperatures: predicted values by locality
Minimum temperatures will rise slightly and maximum temperatures will fall moderately. In the capital, temperatures are expected to rise slightly. 14 ºC minimum and 24 ºC maximumIn Puertollano, 13 ºC and 25 ºC; and in Tomelloso and Valdepeñas, around 13 ºC minimum and 24 ºC maximum.
These records fit with an environment mild and somewhat cooler at midday than previous days, especially after the showers and the cloudy intervals in the morning.
Civil Protection Tips for Rain and Storms
The Civil Protection Unit reminds you of a series of measures to reduce risks during the event. If in doubt, prioritize your safety and follow the instructions of the authorities.
- Avoid travel If they are not essential, if you are driving, check road conditions and use main roads.
- Slow down, increase the safety distance and be extra careful in puddles, ponds and underpasses.
- Do not cross flooded areas on foot or by car; in low water, a vehicle can float and be swept away.
- Stay away from streams, channels and flood-prone areas; do not park under bridges or at low points.
- In homes, do not take your car out if the garage or basement is flooded and turn off the power in flooded areas if it is safe to do so.
With attention focused on the early hours of the day, the episode will bring showers and thunderstorms to various parts of the province within the yellow warning. If everything evolves as forecast by AEMET, instability will gradually subside in the afternoon, leaving a day that will end with more open skies and mild temperatures.
