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On 2 February 2025, Spanish authorities issued a yellow warning for precipitation ahead of snowfall that affected the Sierra Nevada region on 3 February. The fresh snow at the Sierra Nevada ski resort created ideal conditions for winter sports enthusiasts.

Authorities required vehicles to use snow chains on certain routes near the resort and restricted access for others to improve road safety in hazardous conditions.

Satellite image: snowfall in Sierra Nevada region, Spain
Sierra Nevada, Spain. Credit: European Union, Copernicus Sentinel-2 imagery

This Copernicus Sentinel-2 image, captured on 1 February 2025, shows the Sierra Nevada region blanketed in snow.

Open data from the Copernicus Sentinel satellites helps monitor and map global snow cover, providing valuable insights for safety and environmental awareness.

Featured image credit: European Union, Copernicus Sentinel-2 imagery

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