A February full of contrasts
As the month of February is depleted, the weather conditions in Spain have a remarkable diversity. While the anticyclone maintains a quiet atmosphere in many areas, an Atlantic front begins to enter the northwest region, with the promise of significant changes in time.
Snow Affected Areas
The predictions indicate that the snow will accumulate in three major regions of the northern half of the country. The Pyrenees, the Cantabrian Range and the North Iberian System are prepared for an increase in snowfall, with levels that could descend dramatically. The mountains will be the protagonists of a winter show that will materialize in the form of white flakes.
Forecasts for the Cantabrian Range and the Pyrenees
Last Monday, the first snowfall was already present in the Cantabrian Range, especially in elevated areas. For Tuesday, February 25, the snow is expected to gain intensity in the northern mountains, with the snow level decreasing between 1500 and 1200 meters, reaching 900 meters at specific times.
Perspectives for Wednesday
On Wednesday, February 26, the snowfall will remain in the Pyrenees, with the possibility of flakes in other mountainous areas of the north. The snow levels will be between 900 and 1200 meters, maintaining a winter atmosphere.
An approaching Atlantic front
While the northern mountains are filled with snow, the rest of Spain will enjoy a more calm climate. The anticyclone will continue to dominate most of the Peninsula and the Balearic Islands, with light skies and some cloudiness.
Conditions in the northwest
The approaching Atlantic front will cause rains in Galicia and the Cantabrian, with the possibility of intense rainfall in the Galician west. Inside, the situation will remain calmer, with small odds of rain in the northern and Alt Ebre plateau.
Temperatures i Vent
Temperatures will have a tendency to increase in most of the country, although a slight decrease is expected to the northwest. In Galicia and the Cantabrian, the lows will rise significantly, while in the Ebro and the Mediterranean coast they could experience a slight decrease.
A day of varied winds
The wind will play an important role, with strong gusts planned in Galicia and Asturias. In the rest of the territory, the southwest winds will dominate, especially in coastal areas.
A Day of Contrasts
Generally, the day is expected to be stable in most of the peninsula, with exceptions to the northwest where the Atlantic front will bring more clouds and rains. In Galicia, Cantabria and Alt Ebre, it is advisable to bring umbrellas to deal with inclement weather.
Final reflections
The snowfall in the northern mountains will add a magical touch to the landscape, especially in the Pyrenees, the Cantabrian Range and the North Iberian System. While some areas will enjoy a radiant day, others will have to warm up and be alert to the arrival of the snow.
