A radical change in weather conditions
The arrival of the long weekend of La Puríssima will bring us a drastic turn towards a wintry climate. If you have plans to visit the Pyrenees, it is essential to be prepared, as snowfall could be significant at all altitudes. In addition, the wind, which will be one of the protagonists of the next few days, can blow strongly in several regions.
Friday: the entry of a cool front
Friday will be marked by the presence of a worn-out front that will especially affect the Pyrenean area, where rain is expected on the north side. However, the snow will remain at high altitudes, above 2,000-2,200 meters.
In the rest of Catalonia, the sky will remain variable with moments of sun and clouds, with little chance of rain. Fog will persist inland, but will dissipate more easily in the Lleida plain. Temperatures will be warmer, with maximums that could exceed 20ºC on the coast and 15ºC inland.
Saturday: the arrival of winter
With the arrival of Saturday, there will be a notable change in the weather that will usher in winter in Catalonia. Temperatures, which will still be mild at night, will begin to drop during the day.
The wind will intensify, especially in the Pyrenees and the north of the Costa Brava, with the possibility of gusts exceeding 100 km/h. Snowfall will become more frequent, especially on the northern slope of the Pyrenees, where moderate snowfall is expected in the Vall d’Aran and north of Pallars Sobirà.
Diumenge: a dominant winter atmosphere
Snowfall will continue on the north side of the Pyrenees, with moments of moderate intensity, especially during the morning and late hours of the day. Wind will continue to be a dominant factor, and temperatures will remain low, with highs not exceeding 10ºC and lows that will continue to drop.
Despite the adverse conditions, the sun will make an appearance in many regions, and the fog will disappear from the interior. However, a severe maritime storm is expected, especially on the Costa Brava.
Final reflection
This weekend, Catalonia will experience a radical change that reminds us that winter is just around the corner. The weather conditions will require us to be prepared, whether we go out to enjoy the snow or stay home.
