The city of Tarragona is bracing for a weekend marked by persistent rain and high humidity levels. As forecasts predict accumulated rainfall could reach 8.2 mm by Sunday, May 11, 2025, residents are advised to stay prepared for wet conditions.
According to Eltiempo.es, on Friday, May 9, 2025, Tarragona will experience a partially cloudy day with a 90% chance of rain, expecting an accumulation of 5.2 mm. Temperatures are expected to range from 11°C to 19°C, with humidity levels soaring to 86%. Winds will blow from the southeast at 16 km/h, with gusts reaching up to 24 km/h.
Looking ahead to Saturday, May 10, 2025, the weather will remain cloudy. The probability of rain drops slightly to 70%, with anticipated rainfall of 1.7 mm. Temperatures will see a slight increase, ranging from a minimum of 12°C to a maximum of 21°C, while humidity stays high at around 84%. Winds will continue from the southeast at 18 km/h, with gusts up to 27 km/h.
On Sunday, May 11, 2025, the rains are expected to intensify, with a 100% probability and an anticipated accumulation of 8.2 mm. The temperature will remain steady between 13°C and 21°C, and humidity will still be high at 84%. Winds will shift slightly, blowing from the east at 13 km/h, with gusts reaching 19 km/h.
In addition to Tarragona, the State Meteorological Agency (Aemet) has issued forecasts for various regions in Spain, including Alicante, where the weather will also be affected by rain and fluctuating temperatures this weekend. On Friday, May 9, 2025, Alicante is expected to have clear skies in the morning, with possible weak rain showers until noon. Temperatures will not exceed 22ºC.
As the weekend progresses, Saturday will see the skies covered in the morning, clearing somewhat in the afternoon. However, by Sunday, May 11, 2025, rain could return in the afternoon, with temperatures potentially rising to 28ºC.
In Elche, the weather on Friday, May 9, 2025, will feature some clouds, with maximum temperatures reaching 24ºC. The following days will mirror this pattern, with similar conditions expected on Saturday and Sunday.
Benidorm will also experience cloudy skies with weak rain expected in the morning on Friday, May 9, 2025, and temperatures around 19ºC. Saturday will be similar, but the probability of showers will increase on Sunday.
Meanwhile, in Elda, overcast skies will prevail on Friday, May 9, 2025, with temperatures remaining stable. Saturday and Sunday will continue with similar weather conditions, though some showers may occur on Sunday.
In Torrevieja, skies will be clear, with temperatures reaching 22ºC on Friday, May 9, 2025. The weather will remain consistent over the weekend, with a slight temperature increase.
Orihuela will see partly cloudy skies in the morning and clear in the afternoon on Friday, May 9, 2025, with maximum temperatures hitting 24ºC. Saturday and Sunday are expected to follow a similar pattern, with a slight rise in temperatures.
Alcoy will have cloudy skies on Friday, with temperatures not exceeding 20ºC. Similar conditions are expected over the weekend, though some weak rain may occur on Sunday.
In Valencia, the weekend is anticipated to be turbulent, particularly on Saturday, May 10, 2025, when Aemet forecasts occasional showers with storms in the northern interior. An orange alert has been activated for Valencia province, warning of rain accumulation of up to 40 l/m2 per hour, with a risk of large hail.
While the orange alert is specific to the northern interior, a yellow alert is also in effect for many areas across the region, including parts of Castellón, Valencia, and Alicante, where rain accumulations of 20 liters per square meter are expected within an hour, alongside possible hail.
Rain is likely to reach Valencia city after noon on Saturday, continuing into early afternoon before tapering off. However, the forecast for Sunday, May 11, 2025, suggests that while showers may occur in the northern interior, they are less likely to affect Valencia city during the celebratory hours.
Minimum temperatures are expected to rise slightly or remain unchanged, while maximum temperatures will continue to increase. Aemet's probabilistic maps do not indicate rain in Valencia city on Sunday morning.
In the lead-up to this weekend, a storm on Thursday, May 8, 2025, resulted in 1,432 lightning strikes across the Valencian Community, with the highest density occurring in the northern Valencia region. The Aemet reported significant activity, including a lightning strike in the Parc Tecnològic de Paterna, which caused a small fire.
As residents prepare for the wet weather ahead, they are encouraged to take precautions, especially when engaging in outdoor activities. The forecasts suggest that while rain will be prevalent, temperatures will remain relatively mild, making for a dynamic and changing weekend across the region.
