Slippery roadSpain
22. Slippery road
A slippery road has reduced tyre grip and can make steering, braking and acceleration less effective. Roads may become slippery because of rain, ice, snow, mud, oil, loose material or other substances on the surface. Drivers should reduce speed, increase their following distance and avoid sudden steering, braking or acceleration. Extra caution is needed in bends, on bridges and wherever the road surface changes unexpectedly.
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What can make roads slippery in Spain?
Rain, ice, snow, mud or other material can reduce grip. A surface can be slippery even when it looks clear, and grip can change within a short distance. Reduce speed and increase following distance for the actual conditions.
🔗 boe.es • Spain: Regulation articles 45-46,54; catalogue P-19
🔗 boe.es • Spain: official sign catalogue, Royal Decree 465/2025
How should you drive on a slippery road in Spain?
Reduce speed early, increase the gap to the vehicle ahead and use smooth steering, braking and acceleration. Do not rely on the posted maximum as a safe target when grip is poor.
🔗 boe.es • Spain: Regulation articles 45-46,54; catalogue P-19
🔗 boe.es • Spain: official sign catalogue, Royal Decree 465/2025
Does a slippery-road warning sign in Spain automatically impose a lower number?
The warning sign highlights a reduced-grip risk; it normally does not itself prescribe a new numerical speed limit. A separate speed-limit sign, temporary restriction or local condition may still apply. Travel below the legal maximum when necessary for safety.
🔗 boe.es • Spain: Regulation articles 45-46,54; catalogue P-19
🔗 boe.es • Spain: official sign catalogue, Royal Decree 465/2025

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