- Spain and the Balearic Islands are bracing for heavy rain, hail, and thunderstorms, with a Status Orange storm warning issued for several regions, including Barcelona and Madrid.
- Snow is possible in higher altitude areas.
- This contrasts sharply with the UK, where temperatures are predicted to reach the low 20s Celsius over the weekend.
- The adverse weather in Spain is attributed to a low-pressure system from the Atlantic and a cold air mass over the Iberian Peninsula.
- The Canary Islands are also experiencing rainfall, despite warmer temperatures.
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Weather warnings issued in Spain over possible snow as temperatures set to soar in the UK