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Spring arrives in Spain with a forecast of warm temperatures but little rainfall
Most of Spain is expected to be much hotter than normal over the next three months
March 1 marked the beginning of meteorological spring in Spain, bringing with it a cold Atlantic front that caused overcast skies, rain, storms, hail and snow across the country. However, from this week onward, maximum temperatures are expected to rise throughout the country.
Unlike astronomical spring, which occurs on March 20 in the northern hemisphere, meteorological spring lasts from March to May and is determined by climatic conditions, characterised by milder temperatures than in previous months.
Springtime in Spain marks a season of transition, as the mercury slowly creeps upwards and the days lengthen following the equinox. On average, the country experiences a temperature of approximately 13.6°C during this period, with nights remaining crisp in the initial months before giving way to balmier conditions as summer draws near.
While a parched season is not the norm, Spain typically receives around 173 mm of rainfall during the spring months.
Higher temperatures but little rain
According to the State Meteorological Agency (Aemet), the highest temperatures during the months of March, April and May are likely to occur in southern and Mediterranean coastal communities, the Balearic Islands and the Canary Islands.
However, these regions can expect minimal rainfall, and many water-starved areas like Andalucia and Catalonia will continue to struggle through a devastating drought situation in the run-up to summer. On the other hand, the Atlantic coast is expected to receive more rainfall, primarily in Galicia, the westernmost provinces of Castilla y León, Extremadura and the province of Huelva in Andalucia.
The southwestern region typically experiences temperatures above 16°C, while the northern subplateau is around 10°C, and areas of the Cantabrian Sea range between 12 and 14°C. The Ebro Valley shows an average temperature between 14 and 16°C during this period, and the Canary Islands exhibit an average temperature of around 20°C in coastal areas, with the eastern islands ranging between 14 and 18°C.
Despite the overall warming trend, spring in Spain is not without its share of unpredictability. Storms and variable precipitation patterns can still occur, especially in the northern regions. Yet, as the season unfolds, sunny skies and gentle breezes will become increasingly common, heralding the arrival of a glorious Spanish summer.
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