AEMET Warns of Persistent Rain and Strong Winds Across Northern Spain
Spain faces ongoing rainy and windy weather mainly in northern regions despite a brief period of clearer skies, as AEMET issues warnings for mid-February 2026.
- • Storms Nils and Oriana caused strong winds and heavy rains in Spain.
- • AEMET forecasts persistent rain in northern regions like Galicia and the Cantabrian coast on February 17, 2026.
- • Temperatures will gradually increase, while wind conditions will be moderate to strong in parts of northern and eastern Spain.
- • A new weather front is expected midweek but with less intensity than previous storms.
Key details
Spain has been enduring weeks of meteorological instability, primarily influenced by storms Nils and Oriana, which have brought intense rainfall and strong winds to various regions. According to AEMET's forecast for February 17, 2026, while a nearby anticyclone is expected to usher in less rainy weather overall, substantial precipitation will continue to affect the extreme northern parts of the country, particularly Galicia and the eastern half of the Cantabrian area.
Monday will see cloudy skies and persistent rain concentrated in the northern third, including the northern slopes of the Pyrenees, while southern and Mediterranean zones, such as the Balearic Islands, will enjoy clearer conditions. Atlantic areas should prepare for fog banks, and the Canary Islands will experience calima—a dust-laden wind phenomenon. Temperatures are forecasted to rise broadly across Spain, with notable increases in minimum temperatures. Winds will be moderate in the northern half, eastern third, and Balearics, but some regions may face strong gusts.
By Tuesday, the stationary front is expected to move on, leading to predominantly anticyclonic weather with clearing skies, although some rain will linger in Galicia and the Cantabrian region. Yet another front is anticipated from Wednesday to affect the north and west, albeit with less severity than previous weeks. This ongoing pattern highlights the necessity for vigilance in northern communities due to persistent rainfall and wind conditions.
This article was translated and synthesized from Spanish sources, providing English-speaking readers with local perspectives.
