Scorching temperatures in Andalusia and Extremadura today, August 1, contrasted with rainy conditions in the northeast and central regions of Spain.
On Friday, August 1, 2025, most of Spain will experience clear or slightly cloudy skies, but a passing weather front could bring more overcast skies and afternoon showers with stormy intervals to central, eastern, and southern areas. Thunderstorm warnings are active in Andalucía, Aragon, Castilla-La Mancha, Murcia, and the Valencian Community. Temperatures will remain steady but very warm, with highs exceeding 34-36ºC in the southwest and nearing 40ºC along the Guadiana and Guadalquivir river areas. Extreme heat alerts remain in place for Andalucía, Extremadura, Castilla y Leon, and Galicia.
As for Saturday, August 2, 2025, the weather is expected to be generally bright and sunny, although abundant clouds will develop in central and eastern Spain. Showers and thunderstorms are likely in the afternoon, especially in the northeast and mountainous areas of the central peninsula, with some chance of precipitation in surrounding regions and the Balearic Islands. Nighttime temperatures along the Mediterranean coasts are expected to be uncomfortably warm. Extreme temperature alerts continue for Andalucía, Extremadura, and Galicia.
In summary, both days feature a combination of heatwaves in the southwest and some central, eastern, and southern areas with the risk of showers and storms, particularly in the afternoon. The northeast and mountainous regions are more prone to thunderstorms on Saturday afternoon, along with the Balearic Islands. Heatwave conditions with highs around or exceeding 34-40ºC persist mainly in the southwest and parts of the interior.
Additional notes indicate that the north and mountainous regions may experience some irregular afternoon showers and thunderstorms, but no significant or widespread rains are forecast for a stable weekend in many parts.
The weather will be affected in some areas on Friday by a short-wave trough. The weather on Saturday will continue to be stable in most of the country, except for the east of the peninsula which will be affected by the trough. An orange alert has been issued by AEMET for heavy rains and storms in the Albacete regions of Alcaraz and Segura.
The average temperature on both days will remain high, surpassing 34-40ºC in some regions, particularly in the southwest.However, showers and thunderstorms are likely to occur, especially in the northeast and central regions, with an orange alert issued for heavy rains and storms in certain areas on Saturday.
