Unstable day with thunderstorms and warnings of heavy rain in Catalonia
A day that promises strong emotions in Catalonia. This day has started with a clearly unstable atmosphere, and it is no exaggeration to say that many parts of the country are already seeing the sky turn threatening.
The weather leaves no room for doubt: there are thunderstorms forming in various spots, and moreover, locally these will be accompanied by quite strong wind gusts and hail. Interestingly, these conditions are less likely in the northern half of the coast, but that does not mean we are free from risk.
Intense rain warning and key times
Update from the Meteorological Service of Catalonia
The Meteorological Service of Catalonia has updated the warning for rain intensity over 30-minute periods, known as #SMP. This warning is active from Monday 14:00 to 20:00 hours and will remain in effect on Tuesday during the same schedule.
Amounts and danger level
The possibility of precipitation exceeds 20 mm in 30 minutes, which implies a maximum danger level of 2 out of 6, indicated with the symbol 🟡. The local time considered is TU +2, which helps to precisely locate the most critical moments.
Weather behavior and temperatures
First showers and development
The day has started with showers in the west of the country, which are expected to increase throughout the day. This dynamic makes the weather especially changeable and calls for alertness to possible thunderstorms.
Notable thermal differences
Regarding temperature, there is a clear difference between the Pyrenees and Pre-Pyrenees and the rest of the territory. At noon, the maximum temperature is expected to reach 25 ºC, a value that contrasts with cooler mountainous areas.
Risks and recommendations
Wind gusts and hail
The thunderstorms not only bring rain, but locally can be accompanied by strong wind gusts and hail, especially in interior zones. This phenomenon can cause occasional incidents and it is necessary to be prepared.
Less affected areas
Nevertheless, the northern half of the coast shows lower probabilities of these more intense phenomena, which may offer some relief to inhabitants of this area.
If you wonder what to do in the face of such variable weather, the answer is clear: stay informed and prepare for possible sudden changes.
The reality is that this day in Catalonia is characterized by instability, with thunderstorms, intense rain, and wind gusts that can complicate daily life. Staying alert and following the indications of the Meteorological Service is the best way to face it.
