France has named the storm Patricia, the first in August. This unusual storm will be characterized by leaving very intense winds and poor sea conditions on the French Atlantic coast. It is one of the deepest for this time of year.
In Spain, according to the State Meteorological Agency (Aemet), between Patricia and the Azores anticyclone, a corridor of cold winds from the northwest will be created, which will cause a marked drop in temperature in the Iberian Peninsula. This Thursday and Friday will be especially cold for the time of year, mainly affecting the north of the peninsula.
The Aemet presented this Tuesday its weather forecast for the current month and the quarter that includes August, September and October in Spain. According to the report, the current week will be characterized by colder weather than usual in the northern half of the peninsula, while warmer temperatures are expected in the southern and eastern thirds. Rainfall for this period is expected to be low in general.
In the Aemet forecast, it is highlighted that the second week of August will present a significant increase in temperatures, being hotter than normal in a large part of the Spanish territory. This trend will continue throughout the second half of the month. However, in relation to rainfall, the forecast does not predict abundant rains for August, although it is urged to take the predictions with caution.
According to historical data from Aemet in the last 15 years, Spain has experienced a gradual increase in average temperatures during the summer. Rainfall has shown a decreasing trend, especially in the southern and eastern regions of the country.
These variations in climate have become a challenge for the management of water resources and the adaptation of society to changing climatic conditions. It is important to highlight that these data provide a retrospective view of the climate in Spain and that Aemet continues to work to improve future predictions and projections, as climate change continues to affect the region.
