Storm Charles goes east: Orange weather alerts continue across Spain as winds weaken

Storm Charles is moving towards the east of Spain, bringing relief after several days of torrential rain, powerful winds and dangerous coastal conditions.

However, weather warnings are in force across several regions today, Thursday, November 12, with the State Meteorological Agency (AEMET) forecasting strong gusts, heavy showers and rough seas. The latest developments follow Euro Weekly News’ earlier report on Storm Charles and the red weather alerts affecting Spain.

The storm is crossing the interior of the Peninsula and heading north-east, allowing rainfall to ease. Bruna has also weakened in the north-west. AEMET says locally heavy showers are still possible in the north, particularly across the Pyrenees, the northern Iberian System, Galicia and the Cantabrian coast. The agency’s special weather bulletin for Storms Bruna and Charles explains how the two systems have combined to produce the unsettled conditions.

12/11 00:06 AVISOS HOY Y MAÑANA | España: vientos, costeros y lluvias. Nivel máximo de aviso: naranja.
Actualizaciones en https://t.co/BLdoSsO2Qv https://t.co/ycLwvqZ3cD

— AEMET (@AEMET_Esp) November 11, 2026

Warnings across Spain

Orange alerts, indicating significant danger, cover parts of Almeria, Murcia, Albacete, Castellon and Valencia, as well as Mallorca and Menorca for coastal conditions. Yellow alerts are in place across several other regions, including parts of Andalucia, Catalonia, Asturias, Cantabria, Galicia and the Canary Islands.

Andalucia is still facing difficult conditions, particularly in Almeria. The Almanzora Valley and Los Velez are under an orange wind warning, with gusts reaching 100km/h until 6pm. Coastal warnings have also affected parts of the Almeria shoreline, with waves reaching around three metres. The latest developments follow the earlier weather warnings issued as Storm Bruna approached Spain.

Granada has yellow wind warnings, with gusts reaching up to 80km/h in parts of the province. Coastal warnings affect the Costa Tropical, where waves could reach two to three metres. Malaga also has yellow warnings for wind and coastal conditions, although these are due to expire during the day.

Authorities are advising people to keep away from exposed promenades, beaches and breakwaters, secure loose items on balconies and terraces, and avoid flooded roads or riverbeds. Drivers should check road conditions before setting out. The Spanish Traffic Authority (DGT) has published advice for motorists driving in adverse weather conditions.

A brighter weekend ahead?

AEMET expects the weather system to lose strength as it moves away. Some warnings could continue on Friday, particularly for rough seas around the Balearic Islands and rain in parts of northern Spain. The outlook for the weekend is looking particularly interesting in parts of southern and eastern Spain, although further storms cannot be ruled out. Residents should check the latest AEMET weather warnings before making plans.