The bonanza of temperatures that has allowed the inhabitants of Ibiza enjoy mild days will come to an end this week with the entry of a current of cold air from the interior of Europe. The State Meteorological Agency (AEMET) anticipates a significant drop in temperatures from Tuesday onwards, as well as a possible DANA in the Western Mediterranean that could bring considerable rainfall. For this Sunday, the weather forecast for Ibiza contemplates a cloudy sky with light showers in the morning and maximum temperatures of 21ºC. Towards the afternoon, the sky will clear and temperatures are expected to remain at 21 degrees, while minimum temperatures will range between 15 and 16 degrees, with cloudy intervals and light showers.
Sharp drop in temperatures from Tuesday onwards
From Monday, the weather will start to cool down, especially from Tuesday, when the arrival of a jet of cold air will radically change the outlook. This change responds to the displacement of the Azores anticyclone to the north, allowing the entry of cold air that will affect both the Iberian Peninsula and the Balearic Islands. Although temperatures will not reach winter levels, they will be in line with the usual values for November, and even somewhat lower, which means that the traditional ‘summer of St. Martin’ will not be experienced this year. The coldest days are expected to be Tuesday and Wednesday, with temperatures in Ibiza ranging between 12 and 17 degrees on Tuesday and between 11 and 17 degrees on Wednesday.
Possible formation of a DANA
Some weather models indicate the possible formation of a DANA (Isolated High Level Depression) over the Iberian Peninsula. This phenomenon, also known as cold drop, could result in significant rainfall, although not necessarily torrential, in the coming days. The DANA would occur if cold air breaks away from the general atmospheric flow, increasing the probability of significant rainfall in the region.
