The overall forecast for the next ten days across Spain suggests a generally settled and warm period, more akin to a late summer spell than early October, following recent unsettled weather.

High pressure is expected to dominate, bringing plenty of sunshine and comfortable temperatures to most regions. While this is good news for general travel and tourist activity, drivers must remain vigilant for two main risks: the sharp temperature contrast between night and day, which can cause poor visibility due to mist or fog, particularly in inland valleys, and the possibility of isolated, heavy showers in the far north or a change in conditions towards the end of the outlook.

For the most part, however, conditions for road travel should be favourable.

The weekend, covering through Sunday, is set to be largely fine with excellent driving weather across much of the country.

Inland areas and the south will experience sunny skies and high temperatures, possibly exceeding 30∘C in some southern river valleys. Road conditions will be dry, which means good grip, but high temperatures can stress vehicle tyres and engines—check your tyre pressures and fluid levels before a long journey, and be mindful of potential glare from the low autumn sun in the morning and evening.

In the far north (like Galicia or the Cantabrian coast), there is a slight chance of a weak front bringing patches of light rain or cloud cover on Saturday, so drivers in these areas should still slow down if they encounter any unexpected wet sections of road and increase their following distance.

From Monday to Friday, the stable, warm weather is forecast to continue, providing an optimal environment for driving.

Daytime temperatures will remain well above the seasonal average for many areas, meaning primary road risks will be sun glare and dehydration/fatigue on long drives.

Fog and mist are likely to form in the early hours across inland plateaus and valleys, especially over the northern Meseta, which will severely limit visibility. If you must drive early, use dipped headlights, look for fog-specific signs, and slow down.

There is a potential for some instability to push in from the west or north-east towards the middle or end of the week, which could bring the risk of scattered showers, especially to the Mediterranean and northern coastal regions.

Prepare for a sudden need to slow down if this materialises, as the first rain after a dry spell is particularly hazardous due to oil and dust mixing on the tarmac.

Next Weekend

Looking ahead to the following weekend (Saturday and Sunday), there is a moderate risk of a more significant change in the weather pattern, potentially breaking the stable spell.

Current models indicate the possibility of a frontal system bringing more widespread rain and a drop in temperature, particularly to the northern and western regions. This also carries a risk of moderate to strong winds in coastal areas.

If strong winds materialise, high-sided vehicles must be vigilant and consider alternative routes, while all drivers should take extra care when overtaking and grip the steering wheel firmly. Regardless of the exact timing of any rain, drivers should be prepared to slow down and increase stopping distances due to the expected wet road surfaces.

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