ALICANTE NEWS

Spain is set for hotter than usual May to July, according to expertsEarly summer could feel warmer than normal in Spain, but plenty of rain is still on the cards To say it’s been an unsettled and unpredictable start to the year is something of an understatement. Spain welcomed 2026 with a barrage of storms that.. 05/05/2026

Sun, showers and thunderstorms: Alicante weather forecast May 4-7The unsettled weather continues into the week with overcast skies, showers and even some thunderstorms on the way After a humid and unsettled weekend across the province of Alicante finished with a sunny and pleasant Sunday afternoon.. 04/05/2026

Bars and restaurants in Spain must close terraces during heatwaves under new rulesThe Spain-wide regulations stipulate that terraces can stay open if bars have cooling systems in place If you've ever tried to grab a drink on a bar terrace during a Spanish heatwave, you'll know it's not always the most comfortable experience.. 01/05/2026

Segura River water reserves in Murcia hit their best level since 2013While the rest of Spain sees reservoir levels dipping, the Segura basin is heading in the opposite direction Water reserves in the Segura River basin reservoirs are continuing to recover, with levels now sitting at just above 58% of capacity and rising.. 29/04/2026

Spain braces for a potential super El Niño summerExperts give it a 61% chance of bringing hotter temperatures and more persistent heat across the country Spain could be in for an especially warm summer if a strong El Niño pattern develops, as experts are now watching closely for what they call.. 15/04/2026

Employees in Spain have legal right to stay home during severe weather alertsThe Ministry of Labour reminds employees throughout Spain that they can claim paid leave during orange and red storm warnings In winter, Spain is often subject to weather alerts for strong winds and flooding from heavy rain, while in summer it is the extremely..

Tracking natural disasters in Spain: How to view a real-time satellite mapWhy real-time satellite imagery has become essential in helping Spain face fires, floods and heatwaves in real time by Kateryna Sergieieva   Watching the recent news from Valencia has been absolutely distressing. It’s one thing to.. 09/01/2026

Why you should never sleep with the fan on all nightSpanish nights might be stifling, but there are several serious health implications from sleeping with a fan Summer temperatures in Spain can be rather hard to take at times and most of us opt for a refreshing dip in the sea or the pool to cool off during..

Your complete guide to staying safe in this heatwaveIt's getting to be over 40ºC in parts of Spain right now With summer temperatures soaring in Spain, it’s essential to prioritise safety for yourself, your pets, and those around you. Here’s a comprehensive guide to staying hydrated..

Tornadoes increase in Spain as its waters heat upClimate change has resulted in more frequent and violent storms in Spain Thanks to social media, stunning videos and photos of tornados and marine sleeves are now a common sight, but worringly their occurrence is becoming much more frequent, particularly.. 01/12/2021