May has started with an extremely unstable spring characterized by showers, storms and low temperatures.Uncertainty reigns in the weather forecasts, but models suggest this pattern will continue for much of the month.
If you have the feeling that The rain doesn't give any respite this yearYou're not alone. Blocking anticyclones at high latitudes and dynamic low pressure systems are making May a particularly wet month across most of the country.
First half of May: rain, the main protagonist
The first fortnight will be marked by the arrival of successive fronts and pockets of cold air. coming from the Atlantic and northern Europe. These situations generate frequent and intense rainfall, especially in areas of the southwest, northwest, and center of the Iberian Peninsula.
According to the latest analysis, Galicia, Andalusia, Extremadura and Castile and León stand out as the regions with the highest accumulated rainfall.In provinces such as La Coruña, Seville, and Valladolid, rainfall levels exceeding 40-50 liters per square meter are not out of the question in a few days. Furthermore, in much of the inland and Mediterranean areas, storms can bring locally intense downpours.
This wet pattern also reaches Canary Islands and Balearic Islands, although with less intensity, and brief showers or occasional storms are not ruled out in these island areas.
Temperatures during this first phase of May remain below the usual values for the season.Inland, temperatures could fall between 1 and 3°C below average. Abundant cloud cover and cool air are preventing premature warm spells for now.
Heavy rains and storm warnings in several communities
Talking about the daily evolution of rainfall in the first half of the month, the most problematic areas are concentrated in:
- The far north (Galicia, Asturias, Cantabria and the Basque Country), where variable days will alternate with showers, especially intense towards the end of the week and in the afternoons, due to the development of convective clouds.
- Castile and León, Extremadura and part of Castile-La Mancha, areas where storms can be locally strong and accompanied by wind, with temperatures between 15 and 23 ºC, and strong thermal contrasts between day and night.
- Catalonia, the Valencian Community and the Region of Murcia They also expect episodes of rain and storms, with highs that could approach 30°C in the southeast, although subject to sharp drops when fronts arrive.
- En Andalusia and the western peninsulaThe heaviest rains are expected in the western part, with intervals of showers and a very humid atmosphere.
Many of these regions have been on yellow warning for rain or storms.Models warn of the risk of localized flooding, falling branches, and traffic disruptions, especially in urban areas with poor drainage.
Forecast for the second half of May
Beyond the 15th, Forecasts point to a progressive reduction in instabilityThe advance of the Azores high or the formation of ridges over the Peninsula may help the atmosphere gradually stabilize. However, the signal is not entirely clear, and the arrival of new active fronts towards the end of May, especially towards the Cantabrian coast, cannot be ruled out.
In some southern areas, such as parts of Andalusia, rainfall is even expected to be below average in the final stretch of the month. Conversely, the Cantabrian Sea could see slightly above-average rainfall.
Temperatures will tend to approach traditional levels for the season., with possible slightly higher records in the archipelagos, but no heat waves or extreme values are forecast.
Tips and forecast for travelers and activities
In this context of variable time, It is recommended to check the local forecast before planning outdoor activitiesAlthough the weather may improve occasionally, sudden showers and thunderstorms are still likely to occur in various parts of the country.
For those looking for less rainy destinations, The Balearic and Canary Islands tend to offer more stability.However, even there, there is a risk of occasional rain, so it is advisable to take precautions and stay informed through the State Meteorological Agency's warnings.
According to current forecasts, Sun lovers will have to be patient at least until the second half of May.Until then, rain and storms will continue to appear in many parts of Spain, accompanied by mild temperatures and high variability.
The atmospheric behavior this May confirms the fickle nature of spring in our country: No region is free from the risk of showers and storms, although the intensity and frequency will vary depending on the area and the development of the different fronts. Stay tuned for updates, because this May could still hold more surprises.
