20 September 2026

Weather Drama in Ibiza: Storms Cause Mild Chaos But No Major Worries

After a spell of wild weather put a slight damper on the festive scene, Ibiza is back on the radar with clearer skies ahead. The recent storms across the Balearic Islands, where 15 non-serious incidents occurred in Ibiza and Formentera, are now calming down. While the islands were under an orange alert for showers and thunderstorms, this has now been downgraded to yellow. Reports of fallen trees and minor flooding hit the news, yet the storm's intensity is weakening, with the alert expected to be lifted by Friday evening. Rainfall peaked overnight on Wednesday into Thursday, but Ibiza's famed sun is set to return, ensuring the island remains the ultimate destination for the UK's clubbing enthusiasts eager to bask in its electrifying nightlife and sunny beaches.

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