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Warning for tourists as storms forecast for holiday hotspot

Clouds gather over Lanzarote in the Canary Islands in April
Clouds gather over Lanzarote in the Canary Islands in April (EPA)
  • 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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