Snow surprises Tibidabo: Storm Ingrid turns Barcelona white

Storm Ingrid brings the first snowflakes to Tibidabo. Barcelona wakes up expectant in the face of the change in weather. Snow appears at 500 metres above sea level. Images and testimonies show the phenomenon live. How far will the snowfall reach?

Saturday morning, 24 January, has brought an unexpected surprise to Barcelona: Storm Ingrid has caused the first snowflakes to appear at the summit of Tibidabo, around 500 metres above sea level. The change in weather, eagerly awaited by Barcelona residents, has made itself felt with low temperatures and the arrival of snow in the middle of winter.

Expectations had been high since the early hours, as no snowfall had been recorded in the area for twenty days. The last time Tibidabo was covered in white was on 5 January 2026, on the eve of Epiphany. Today, the situation is repeating itself and social media have filled with images and videos showing snow falling over the city, with Barcelona's skyline in the background.

Users have shared on social media how snow was falling on Tibidabo, with temperatures close to 0.8 ºC. Other witnesses have highlighted that the flakes were visible even at 1.5 degrees, confirming the intensity of the phenomenon. Excitement has been palpable among those who witnessed this rare weather spectacle live in the Catalan capital.

Storm Ingrid has brought not only snow, but also cold, wind and rain, disrupting Barcelona's weekend routine. Experts warn that the snow level could remain around 500 metres over the next few hours, so further surprises at other high points in the city cannot be ruled out.

The phenomenon has reignited interest in Barcelona's weather and prompted debate about the frequency of these episodes in recent years. Meanwhile, the city remains attentive to the evolution of Storm Ingrid and the possibility that snow may once again take centre stage in the coming days.