A cut-off low moves eastward and affects the Iberian Peninsula. Strong westerly mid-level winds will be present across the southern Iberian Peninsula. Additionally, a strong south-westerly low-level jet will affect the region. Latest soundings indicate that rich low-level moisture is present across the sea surrounding Iberia. This moist air is slightly capped especially to the east as warm mid-level air spreads northward from the Atlas mountains.

Current thinking is that QG forcing at the cyclonically sheared flank of the mid-level jet and low-level convergence/upslope flow will be associated with lift. Especially across the south-western portions, numerous thunderstorms are forecast. Given the strong vertical wind shear, storms will have a good potential to organize. Favourably veering profiles in the southern parts are expected to support mesocyclones capable of producing tornadoes given the strong low-level vertical wind shear. Additionally, the widespread convective activity can result in local flash floods especially in regions with strong upslope flow.