A new atmospheric disturbance called Nuria is about to radically change the meteorological landscape in Spain, with Heavy rainfall, strong winds and a sharp drop in temperaturesThis change will affect both the Peninsula and the Balearic and Canary Islands, according to the State Meteorological Agency (AEMET).
Although during the first days of the week a certain stability was still maintained In much of the country, especially after several days of spring-like weather, the advance of the storm from the Atlantic and its interaction with the Mediterranean humidity will generate widespread conditions of instability with risk of heavy rains.
Rain spread over large areas
During this Wednesday it is expected that The first rains appear in the northeast of the peninsula and the Balearic Islands, although they will tend to decrease as the day goes on. However, they may remain with some intensity in areas of the lower Ebro and some points of the PyreneesThis situation is reminiscent of the storm Konrad which also brought heavy rains earlier.
The front associated with the storm will move from the southwest throughout the day, extending the rainfall to practically the entire Atlantic and Cantabrian slopes. At the end of the day, the Afternoon showers will be stormy and could even be accompanied by hail., Especially in Galicia and the Cantabrian mountain range.
Although Most of the country will be affected by rain, it is unlikely that these will reach the southeastern half of the Mediterranean area, including areas such as Almería or Murcia, where they will withstand the effects of unstable weather.
Canary Islands in the spotlight
The Canary Islands archipelago will also be affected by the advance of Nuria. According to the AEMET (Mexico City Meteorological Agency), The most noticeable effects of the storm will begin on Wednesday night. in the area, with heavy rainfall, waves and strong winds, especially in the western islands such as La Palma, El Hierro and La Gomera. These conditions may lead to monitoring similar to that carried out during the storm Garoe.
Cloud bands will cross the islands from west to east, leaving the skies overcast throughout the day on Thursday. Rain could reach heavy or persistent intensity in the midland areas of northern and eastern Tenerife and in the peaks of La Palma. The forecasts do not rule out the possibility of even hurricane-force gusts in high areas such as El Teide.
The AEMET has activated yellow and orange warnings in practically the entire archipelago, which should echo the alerts issued in similar situations such as the storm BertThese conditions are expected to persist at least until Friday, with particular attention paid to mountainous areas most exposed to wind and rain.
Significant temperature drop and occasional frosts
As the storm passes, Maximum temperatures will experience a general decrease on the Peninsula. This phenomenon will be especially noticeable in the northeastern third, where thermometers will drop to values more in line with the time of year. This heat loss is in line with what was observed during the Storm Laurence.
The Minimum temperatures will also drop in mountain areas and the north of the peninsula, although they could rise slightly in valleys and plateaus of the eastern interior. Not ruled out frost in high areas of the PyreneesWhile Temperatures will remain more stable on the Mediterranean coast.
In the Canary Islands, it is also expected a drop in maximum temperatures, especially on Wednesday. Minimum temperatures will drop slightly, although they should tend to stabilize towards the weekend.
Specific forecasts for the coming days
Thursday will probably be the day with the greatest meteorological intensity throughout the weekDuring the night of the same day, the storm will reach its peak in the western peninsula, with heavy rainfall, very strong winds and stormy phenomena that could become severe in some regions, reminiscent of the intensity seen in past storms.
Furthermore, the strong gusts of wind in the Canary Islands will be maintained, with special danger in high and exposed areas. Episodes of very strong or even hurricane-force winds are expected on Mount Teide., which has led to the activation of orange level warnings, as has been done in previous situations with other storms.
The rains will be persistent in mountain areas and northern slopes of the westernmost islands, although it is not ruled out that they may also occur in the rest of the archipelago, although in a weaker and more dispersed manner. Throughout the day, it is expected that the skies remain cloudy or overcast in almost the entire country.
By Friday, rain could continue in many areas, although with a tendency to gradually recede from the southwest. However, The weather will remain cool, windy and humid, making agricultural tasks and the enjoyment of outdoor activities difficult.
The arrival of storm Nuria means an interruption of the period of dry and warm weather that Spain had experienced in previous weeks, especially after an anomalously dry winter. Although the rains will be welcome in certain regions, especially from a water perspective, The intensity of the storm could also cause some local problems. such as occasional flooding or wind incidents.
For all these reasons, the population is recommended Stay tuned for official updates and notices from AEMET, take extreme precautions on the road and avoid unnecessary travel in areas affected by weather warnings.
With the storm Nuria advancing relentlessly on national territory, The beginning of April is presented as a continuation of the month of March in terms of intense atmospheric phenomena.Widely distributed rainfall, strong winds, falling temperatures, and a new challenge for infrastructure and crops. Meanwhile, the stable warm front that accompanied Holy Week is leaving without looking back.
