Classical guitar as I understand it, really requires the, dare I say ... classical positioning of the Picking hand to use the thumb and fingers Kush. Ideally, long nails enable stronger dynamics and volume, particularly useful for styles like Flamenco, but I don't think that need stop you practicing classical picking whilst your nails grow. A lot probably depends upon your own style too, you may ultimately prefer the 'softer' touch or simply find that long nails are not very practical for you. There are plenty of top guitatrists playing great fingerstyle without long talons.
Is your guitar getting subjected to constant changes of temperature and humidity? Like in and out of air conditioning maybe? If you think the action is getting higher, check the bridge is not coming unglued too.
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