Spain's three largest cities face contrasting weather this Saturday, August 22. Madrid will see a maximum of 33.4°C and a minimum of 19.4°C, with a 2% chance of rain and UV index of 8 . Barcelona is cooler, with a high of 28.8°C and a low of 22.2°C, but a 60% chance of rain and 25% cloud cover . Seville expects clear skies, a high of 32°C and a low of 18°C, with a thermal sensation of 31°C .
Madrid's climate is Mediterranean continental, with dry, warm summers and mild winters. The AEMET notes that maximum temperatures in the capital rarely exceed 35°C, while minimums can drop below 0°C in winter . Barcelona's climate is split: Mediterranean continental in the south and humid subtropical in the north. The AEMET reports that Barcelona's maximums hover around 30°C in July and August, with minimums below zero between December and January .
For Sunday, Seville will remain clear with a high of 31°C, but Monday may bring light rain and a drop to 28°C . In nearby Cádiz, skies will be clear with highs of 26°C, while Córdoba will reach 34°C .
Spain's overall climate is sunny, with about 3,000 hours of sunshine annually. The AEMET identifies four predominant climate types: oceanic, Mediterranean with cool summers, Mediterranean continental, and cold steppe .
