Orange Weather Warning Issued for Costa Blanca — 40mm Rain and 3-Metre Waves Expected

Orange Alert Until 10pm Thursday

Aemet, Spain's national meteorological agency, has issued an orange weather warning for the Costa Blanca as heavy rain, hail and severe storms are expected to hit the area on Thursday, May 7. The orange alert — which signals significant risk — remains in place until 10pm Thursday.

Temperatures across the coastal area are already dropping today ahead of the storm. Residents and tourists are urged to stay away from beaches and avoid unnecessary outdoor activities.

What to Expect

• Rainfall: Up to 40mm per hour — an extremely intense rate
• Thunder and hail are expected throughout the event
• Wind gusts of between 50 and 60 km/h along the coast
• Waves of up to 3 metres due to the combination of wind and storm surge

Friday: Yellow Warning Follows

After the orange alert expires on Thursday evening, a yellow weather warning has been issued for Friday, May 8, running from 3pm to 10pm. Conditions are expected to ease but remain unsettled through the end of the week.

Advice for Residents and Visitors

Anyone in the Costa Blanca area on Thursday should:

• Avoid beaches and coastal paths entirely
• Stay indoors or in sheltered locations during the worst of the storm
• Avoid driving unless absolutely necessary during periods of heavy rain
• Monitor Aemet updates for any changes to the warning level

The orange warning is the second most serious alert level — only red is higher. This level indicates conditions that pose a significant risk to people and property.

This article is based on reporting from The Olive Press, published May 6, 2026.