The demonstrations called for this Wednesday, November 11, by the general strike (which will be held between 17:30 and 19:00) will coincide with aday of heavy rain and strong wind across much of Spain. The arrival of Storm Charles, which adds to the effects of Bruna, will complicate especially weather conditions in the west and the southern part of the peninsula.
The forecast from AEMET points to widespread precipitation during the day, with episodes locally strong or very strong across extensive areas. The wind will gain prominence from midday onward and the most intense gusts are expected in the southwest, where they could reach between 100 and 120 kilometers per hour.
Andalusia and Extremadura: marches coincide with the areas of greatest instability
The southwestern part of the peninsula concentrates some of the most adverse effects of the episode. AEMET expects especially persistent rainfall in areas of Andalusia and Extremadura, as well as very strong gusts of wind. In the area around the mountain ranges of the northwest of Andalusia, Grazalema and Ronda, particularly high rainfall accumulations are expected, although those figures should not be directly transferred to the urban points of the demonstrations.
| City | Time | Call | Reference forecast |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seville | 18.00 h | Avenida del Cid - Las Setas | Rain expected in Andalusia; strong wind in the southwest. |
| Cadiz | 18.00 h | Avenida de las Cortes - Ayuntamiento | Storm of rain, wind, and sea in the Bay of Cadiz. |
| Málaga | 18.00 h | Paseo del Parque - Puente de las Américas | Precipitation in southern Andalusia; strong wind. |
| Huelva | 17.30 h | Rotonda de los Bomberos - Plaza de las Monjas | Rain and wind in the southwest; maritime storm along the coast. |
| Badajoz | 19.00 h | Plaza de los Conquistadores | Persistent rain and possibility of very strong gusts. |
| Cáceres | 19.00 h | Avenida de América | The province maintains areas with a red warning for rain. |
Castile and León and Madrid: rain and wind during the afternoon calls
The west and the south of Castile and León are among the areas where abundant precipitation is expected. The Central System concentrates the highest totals, with special attention to the south of Ávila. In this province there is a red warning for rain, while the episode also affects Salamanca and other areas of the community.
| City | Time | Meeting point | Reference forecast |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ávila | 19.00 h | Plaza de Santa Ana | Red alert for rain in the provincial south. |
| Salamanca | 19.00 h | Gran Vía, in front of the unions | Heavy rains in the west and south of Castilla y León. |
| Valladolid | 19.00 h | Plaza de Colón | Precipitation forecast for the region and strong winds. |
| Zamora | 19.00 h | Parque de la Marina | Rain forecast for the west of Castilla y León. |
| Madrid | 18.00 h | Atocha - Plaza de España | Precipitation forecast for the Community of Madrid and wind that will intensify during the day. |
Canary Islands: the storm leaves rain and very strong gusts
The archipelago is also under the effects of low-pressure systems. La Palma is one of the most affected areas, with a forecast for gusts of up to 130 kilometers per hour and rains that could be torrential. On the peaks and exposed areas of Tenerife, gusts of more than 100 kilometers per hour are also expected.
The main calls include a demonstration at 17.30 hours in Weyler Square in Santa Cruz de Tenerife and another at 17.30 hours in Santa Catalina Park, in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. The AEMET forecast includes rain and wind in the archipelago, although the specific intensity at those points and at those times does not appear broken down in the consulted information.
Barcelona, Bilbao and Valencia: schedules for the main marches
The calls for other major cities are also held during the afternoon, although the general forecast places the heaviest precipitation in the west and the south of the peninsula. In the northeast, the rain will be less intense.
| City | Time | Meeting point |
|---|---|---|
| Barcelona | 17.30 h | Jardinets de Gràcia |
| Bilbao | 11.30 h | Plaza Euskadi - Ayuntamiento |
| Valencia | 18.00 h | Calle Xàtiva - Plaza del Ayuntamiento |
| A Coruña | 18.00 h | Avenida de Fisterra |
The forecasts may be updated throughout the day. The weather information consulted does not confirm cancellations of general strike demonstrations: any changes to the calls must be attributed to the trade unions or organizing organizations when they communicate it officially.