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Spanish travel hotspot warning issued as storms and heavy rain hit and airport forced to close

Large parts of Spain, including Majorca and Barcelona, are bracing for severe storms and heavy rain this week. AEMET has issued yellow and amber weather warnings, causing disruptions, including flight cancellations at Palma Airport.

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Severe storms and heavy rain are expected to hit Spain, particularly Majorca and Barcelona.

Large parts of Spain, including popular holiday destinations like Barcelona and Majorca, are set to be battered by storms and heavy rain this week. The Spanish meteorological agency AEMET has issued yellow weather warnings across several regions.

Heavy rain is forecasted for the southwest coast of Majorca, with warnings in place from 2 PM to 8 PM on Wednesday, June 12. This follows the closure of Majorca’s Palma Airport on Tuesday due to flooding. The Majorca Daily Bulletin reported that flights were grounded due to "extensive flooding" which caused "chaos" as rain poured in through the airport roof. The airport has since reopened, but passengers are advised to check with their airlines before traveling.

Why This Matters: The stormy weather is expected to continue hitting Spain on Wednesday. Yellow weather warnings are in effect along the country’s east coast, covering areas including Valencia, Alicante, and Almeria. Additionally, amber weather warnings for storms are issued for the southern and northern interior regions of Valencia, remaining in place until midnight on June 12.

The warnings extend inland, covering the Cuenca mountains and La Mancha. Northern regions, including Barcelona, Girona, and the Lleida Pyrenees, are also under weather warnings. Currently, there are no weather warnings in place for Thursday, June 13, or Friday, June 14.

The adverse weather conditions have already caused significant disruptions. Palma Airport in Majorca experienced severe flooding, leading to flight cancellations and delays. Passengers faced chaos as water flooded the terminal, prompting authorities to temporarily close the airport. While the airport has reopened, the heavy rain forecast suggests further disruptions are possible.

The weather warnings are part of AEMET’s efforts to alert residents and tourists of the potential dangers posed by the storms. The agency advises people to stay informed about weather updates and to take necessary precautions to ensure their safety.

Key Takeaways:

  • Severe storms and heavy rain to hit Majorca and Barcelona this week.
  • Yellow and amber weather warnings issued by AEMET across multiple regions.
  • Palma Airport in Majorca experienced severe flooding and flight cancellations.
  • Warnings cover east coast regions and extend inland to Valencia and Cuenca.
  • Residents and tourists advised to stay updated and take necessary precautions.

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