Catalonia recorded its rainiest July in 100 years, with rainfall totals nearing four times the average, according to the Catalan Meteorological Service. July 2025 closely follows the record set in 1932, sharing this distinction with other notable years like 1977 and 1960. Temperatures in July have significantly decreased, making it the coolest since 2014, contrasting with record heat in June. Heavy rainfall in areas like Tossa de Mar has reached 186 litres per metre cubed, attributed largely to a DANA storm. Despite the rain, the region still faced forest fires due to earlier rising temperatures and dry conditions.
Catalonia has experienced one of the rainiest Julys in the last 100 years, with rainfall amounts up to four times the average. July 2025 is a strong contender for the title of rainiest July, competing with records from 1932, 1977, 1960, and 1943, according to the Catalan Meteorological Service. In addition to excess rain, temperatures in July have markedly dropped, making it the coolest July since 2014, contrasting sharply with the record highs of June.
Rain levels have reached as high as 186 litres per metre cubed in Tossa de Mar, indicating intense rainfall concentrated over just a few days. A minor DANA storm on July 12 was particularly impactful in the pre-coastal area, contributing to these extreme weather events.
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