Spain warns UK tourists over 'brutal' change which will start on Friday

Spain weather maps have turned icy white as a brutal cold snap looks to send temperatures plunging. New weather maps from WX Charts, which uses Met Desk data, shows Spain, in the European Union, bracing for a brutal cold snap.

Temperatures are expected to tumble across the country on Friday, October 4. In the northern regions, cities like Valladolid and Salamanca will wake up to a chilly morning, with temperatures hovering around 5C, the maps show.

Bilbao and Zaragoza will also see the mercury drop to around 10C, with capital city Madrid around 12C. Seville will drop to 13C, while Malaga will see minimums of around 16C, which is a far cry from the normal autumn levels.

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Similar to spring, autumn in Spain is warm during the day, but nights can be cooler. Temperatures can range between 17℃ and 24℃ and you’re likely to enjoy plenty of sunshine and little to no rain. Tourist attractions, beaches, and other seasonal activities remain open throughout the autumn so you’ll have plenty to see and do, and there will be fewer crowds.

Travel Sphere explains: "Autumn is the ideal season to immerse yourself in Spain's captivating art galleries, museums, and diverse landscapes. For a truly remarkable journey, consider our Pyrenees tour. You can board a little train through the Pyrenees and revel in the breathtaking views the region offers.

"From Cadaques to Cap de Creus National Park, passing through Thuir and the Byrrh Caves in France and visiting Salvador Dali’s birthplace, this trip showcases the best of Spain and introduces you to the stunning French landscapes and rich culture."

Winter is the coldest season in Spain and while it can still be sunny, it does sometimes rain. If you’re visiting Spain in the winter, you should take a rain jacket just in case. You can expect temperatures to be between 6℃ and 19℃.