Argentina’s national meteorological service has issued a broad sweep of alerts for Thursday, covering six provinces from the Andean northwest to the southernmost tip of Patagonia. The most severe warnings—classified as orange, the second-highest tier—apply to the Patagonian provinces of Río Negro and Chubut, where snow accumulations of 40 to 60 centimetres are forecast in higher elevations, accompanied by winds gusting beyond 90 kilometres per hour. In the northern provinces of Misiones, Catamarca and Tucumán, yellow alerts for intense rain and thunderstorms are in effect, with totals reaching up to 70 millimetres in some areas, carrying the risk of localised flooding, hail and frequent lightning.

The wintry blast comes just ahead of a long weekend, with many Argentines expected to travel. In the greater Buenos Aires region, the day began with fog, drizzle and temperatures hovering near 10°C, though conditions are expected to improve by late afternoon. Further south, Santa Cruz faces a double hazard: persistent snow in the morning and powerful westerly winds later, which could create white-out conditions and disrupt transport along key routes. The national weather service warns that these patterns may persist into Friday, with winds shifting to the south and maintaining their intensity.

By contrast, Venezuela’s coastal and interior cities are experiencing typical tropical heat, with maximums of 29 to 32°C and high humidity. Maracaibo is expected to remain largely dry, while cities further east—Ciudad Guayana, Ciudad de Bolívar, Valencia and Maracay—will see intermittent light showers. These scattered rains, though not severe, underscore the region’s persistent moisture and the challenges of urban drainage during the rainy season.

Across the Atlantic, Spain’s weather presents no extreme threats, but a classic mosaic of early summer conditions: northern regions such as Galicia and the Basque Country remain overcast and damp, while the south and the Mediterranean coast enjoy clearer skies and mild temperatures. This pattern, driven by Atlantic fronts that stall over the Cantabrian mountains, is typical for June and offers no surprises for local forecasters.

Looking ahead, the Argentine alerts highlight the vulnerabilities of a vast nation where weather can switch abruptly from subtropical deluge to polar blizzard. Emergency services are on standby, and authorities urge the public to heed warnings, especially in mountainous zones prone to rapid snowfall. For holidaymakers, flexibility and caution will be essential in the coming days.