A DANA weather system is expected to arrive in during the weekend of 17 and 18 October 2026. Cold air and Mediterranean humidity will trigger intense storms, with the episode potentially lasting until 20 October. may see storms by Saturday.
Precipitation will intensify in Barcelona and Girona on Sunday and Monday. The coast and face persistent rain from Sunday afternoon, while Murcia and eastern could see heavy showers starting as early as Saturday night.
The Mediterranean Sea remains up to four degrees above average, increasing the risk of flash floods in ravines and riverbeds. Strong storms are also possible in Aragon and Castilla-La Mancha, with local flooding a significant concern across eastern Spain.