# Spain 2026 heatwave and drought

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/spain-2026-heatwave-and-drought
> Updated: 2026-08-04T10:29:42.000Z. Sources: 25. Developments: 2.

In June‑July 2026, Spain recorded its warmest and driest bimestre since 1961, with average temperatures of 24.5 °C and rainfall at a historic low of 17 L / m². The State Meteorological Agency highlighted the accelerating warming trend and called for a national climate‑emergency pact.

The extreme conditions persisted into August. On 5 August, most of the country faced clear skies and intense heat, with temperatures ranging from 31 °C to 36 °C, especially across the interior and the Ebro basin. Isolated showers and possible thunderstorms were limited to the eastern Pyrenees and nearby valleys, while a modest cooling trend was expected the following day. The forecast underscored the continuation of the heatwave and the scarcity of precipitation across Spain.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-04: Spain experiences hot, sunny August 5 with isolated showers in the Pyrenees

Spain will see hot, sunny conditions on 5 Aug 2026 with temps up to 36 °C, while isolated showers are possible in the eastern Pyrenees.

10 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/barcelonas-betev-news-highlights-local-strikes-culture-and-community-stories

### 2026-08-03: Spain records hottest and driest summer on record in 2026

AEMET reports Spain's June‑July 2026 was the hottest (24.5 °C) and driest (17 L/m²) on record, prompting Minister Sara Aagesen to urge a national climate‑emergency pact.

16 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/andalusia-hosts-free-summer-festivals-in-zahara-de-los-atunes-and-baena

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