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Bloomberg
4 days ago
- Climate
- Bloomberg
African Heat Blast to Push Up Temperatures in Portugal and Spain
Temperatures are expected to soar in Portugal and Spain this week, with one of the hottest air masses in more than three decades pushing in from Africa. Daytime highs on Thursday and Friday in southern and central Portugal could reach 40C (104F), according to government forecaster Instituto Português do Mar e da Atmosfera. Similar peaks could be reached in the river valleys of southern Spain, according to forecaster Aemet.
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Climate
- Yahoo
UK tourists warned as Spain to be 'hotter than Caribbean' at key holiday time
Spain is preparing for another scorching end to May, with temperatures in the southern regions expected to reach 40C (104F) due to high-pressure zones and a surge of hot, dry air causing temperatures to rise more than 10C above the seasonal average. This heatwave arrives almost exactly three years after parts of Spain recorded their hottest May since records began, with temperatures at Seville airport hitting 41C. Rubén del Campo, a spokesperson for Spain's meteorological office, Aemet, said: "The last week of May will see a high-temperature episode across a good part of the peninsula, with the kind of temperatures normally seen in high summer, especially from Wednesday,". Read more: Foreign Office warns UK tourists "In some southern parts of the peninsula, we could see maximum temperatures of more than 40C, and the temperature won't drop below 20C in that region or in Mediterranean areas. We're talking about maximum temperatures that are between five and 10 degrees above normal for this time of year. In some areas, the temperatures will be more than 10 degrees above normal on Thursday." Del Campo attributed the soaring temperatures to high-pressure areas over the peninsula – "which guarantee stable weather with few clouds and a lot of sun" – and the arrival of a mass of dry, warm air over the peninsula from North Africa. He noted that the most impacted areas would be south-east Spain, its central region, and the Ebro Valley in the north-east of the country. The two hottest days this week – likely Thursday and Friday – are predicted to see temperatures soar to 35C in central and northern regions and 40C along the Guadalquivir River in Andalucía. The heatwave is expected to persist until at least Saturday, when atmospheric instability could usher in clouds, dust clouds, and a drop in temperatures. Spain's highest ever temperature was recorded in August 2021, when the mercury in the Andalucían town of Montoro, near Córdoba, hit 47.4C. A 2022 Aemet study revealed that the onset of 30C temperatures across Spain and the Balearic islands had arrived an average of 20 to 40 days earlier over the past 71 years. "The summer is eating up the spring," Del Campo told El País at the time. "What's happening fits perfectly with a situation where you have a warmer planet," he said, adding that the rise in temperatures was a "direct and palpable [consequence] of climate change ... The climate in Spain isn't the one we used to know. It's got more extreme."
Irish Examiner
5 days ago
- Climate
- Irish Examiner
Spain braces for late May heatwave with 40C forecast in south of country
Spain is bracing for another sweltering end to May, with the mercury in southern parts of the country set to hit 40C as high-pressure areas and a mass of hot, dry air bring temperatures more than 10C above the seasonal norm. The high temperatures come almost exactly three years after some areas of Spain experienced their hottest May since records began and the temperature at Seville airport reached 41C. 'The last week of May will see a high-temperature episode across a good part of the peninsula, with the kind of temperatures normally seen in high summer, especially from Wednesday,' said Rubén del Campo, a spokesperson for Spain's meteorological office, Aemet. 'In some southern parts of the peninsula, we could see maximum temperatures of more than 40C, and the temperature won't drop below 20C in that region or in Mediterranean areas. "We're talking about maximum temperatures that are between five and 10 degrees above normal for this time of year. In some areas, the temperatures will be more than 10 degrees above normal on Thursday.' Del Campo said the high temperatures were down to the presence of high-pressure areas over the peninsula — 'which guarantee stable weather with few clouds and a lot of sun' — and the arrival of a mass of dry, warm air over the peninsula from North Africa. He added that the most affected areas would be south-east Spain, its central region, and the Ebro Valley in the north-east of the country. Outlook Temperatures on the two hottest days this week — probably Thursday and Friday — are forecast to reach 35C in central and northern areas and 40C along the Guadalquivir River in Andalucía. The hot spell is forecast to last until at least Saturday, when atmospheric instability could bring clouds, dust clouds, and a lowering of temperatures. Spain recorded its highest ever temperature in August 2021, when the mercury in the Andalucían town of Montoro, near Córdoba, reached 47.4C. A 2022 Aemet study found that the arrival of 30C temperatures across Spain and the Balearic islands had come an average of 20 to 40 days earlier over the past 71 years. 'The summer is eating up the spring,' Del Campo told El País at the time. 'What's happening fits perfectly with a situation where you have a warmer planet,' he said, adding that the rise in temperatures was a 'direct and palpable [consequence] of climate change … The climate in Spain isn't the one we used to know. It's got more extreme.' The Guardian Read More Investigation into disappearance of Fiona Pender upgraded to murder
The Guardian
5 days ago
- Climate
- The Guardian
Spain braces for late May heatwave with 40C forecast in south of country
Spain is bracing for another sweltering end to May, with the mercury in southern parts of the country set to hit 40C (104F) as high-pressure areas and a mass of hot, dry air bring temperatures more than 10C above the seasonal norm. The high temperatures come almost exactly three years after some areas of Spain experienced their hottest May since records began and the temperature at Seville airport reached 41C. 'The last week of May will see a high-temperature episode across a good part of the peninsula, with the kind of temperatures normally seen in high summer, especially from Wednesday,' said Rubén del Campo, a spokesperson for Spain's meteorological office, Aemet. 'In some southern parts of the peninsula, we could see maximum temperatures of more than 40C, and the temperature won't drop below 20C in that region or in Mediterranean areas. We're talking about maximum temperatures that are between five and 10 degrees above normal for this time of year. In some areas, the temperatures will be more than 10 degrees above normal on Thursday.' Del Campo said the high temperatures were down to the presence of high-pressure areas over the peninsula – 'which guarantee stable weather with few clouds and a lot of sun' – and the arrival of a mass of dry, warm air over the peninsula from North Africa. He added that the most affected areas would be south-east Spain, its central region, and the Ebro Valley in the north-east of the country. Temperatures on the two hottest days this week – probably Thursday and Friday – are forecast to reach 35C in central and northern areas and 40C along the Guadalquivir River in Andalucía. The hot spell is forecast to last until at least Saturday, when atmospheric instability could bring clouds, dust clouds, and a lowering of temperatures. Spain recorded its highest ever temperature in August 2021, when the mercury in the Andalucían town of Montoro, near Córdoba, reached 47.4C. A 2022 Aemet study found that the arrival of 30C temperatures across Spain and the Balearic islands had come an average of 20 to 40 days earlier over the past 71 years. 'The summer is eating up the spring,' Del Campo told El País at the time. 'What's happening fits perfectly with a situation where you have a warmer planet,' he said, adding that the rise in temperatures was a 'direct and palpable [consequence] of climate change … The climate in Spain isn't the one we used to know. It's got more extreme.'
Scottish Sun
16-05-2025
- Climate
- Scottish Sun
More dramatic storms smash Spain as hail warning issued with streets turned to RIVERS & Benidorm Brits left soaked
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) SPAIN has been battered by another wave of wild weather as freak hail storms turned streets into rivers and left holidaymakers in Benidorm soaked. The latest lashing comes as a yellow weather alert was issued across parts of the country, warning of torrential rain and hail. 7 Spain's state weather agency, Aemet, issued alerts across several regions as the storms rolled in Credit: X 7 By Thursday evening, most alerts had been lifted, and forecasters expect calmer conditions from Friday Credit: X 7 Authorities have urged caution, particularly for travellers heading to affected areas Credit: AFP 7 People stand near a car that was swept away by the rain, in the Las Bachilleras ravine, in Telde, on the island of Gran Canaria Credit: Reuters 7 Workers clear a street of flooded mud during clean-up operations on the Avenida de las Islas Canarias after heavy rains over the weekend in Costa Teguise Credit: EPA The storms hit southern and southeastern Spain on Thursday, hammering regions including Almería, Murcia, Granada, and parts of the Costa Blanca – with the popular British hotspot of Benidorm right in the firing line. In Librilla in Murcia, 37 litres of rain per square metre reportedly fell in just 30 minutes, sparking sudden flash floods. Shocking videos shared on social media show water gushing down streets, hail pelting rooftops, and cars trying to navigate rising floodwaters. Locals and tourists alike were caught off guard, with many dashing for shelter as the skies opened without warning. Spain's state weather agency, Aemet, issued alerts across several regions as the storms rolled in, warning of 'potential hail' and advising people to remain indoors. The sudden downpour followed days of unsettled spring weather, marking yet another chaotic chapter in what's become one of the wettest Mays in recent memory. Authorities have urged caution, particularly for travellers heading to affected areas. Spain's Civil Protection agency issued multiple warnings for heavy rain, strong winds, and storms, with guidance focused on popular destinations like Valencia, Almería, Majorca and Barcelona. By Thursday evening, most alerts had been lifted, and forecasters expect calmer conditions from Friday, though isolated showers and storms may persist, especially inland and in the Balearic Islands. Shock vids show hols hotspot Valencia SWAMPED with freak rain & hail as 'cyclonic supercell' storm pummels Spain Tourists are advised to monitor local forecasts and follow official advice. Emergency services were deployed across multiple regions to respond to flooding, blocked roads, and waterlogged properties. In some areas, storm drains overflowed within minutes, and local authorities struggled to respond to the volume of calls from residents and businesses affected by the flooding. In Orihuela and Elche, hailstones the size of marbles were reported pounding windows, while footage from Almería showed cars half-submerged and people wading through knee-deep water. The suddenness of the storms left little time to prepare, with many scrambling to protect homes and vehicles. Lightning lit up skies across the southeast and east coast, prompting additional safety warnings. Experts say the storms were intensified by a cold air mass colliding with warm, moist conditions over the Iberian Peninsula — a mix that often triggers sudden, violent weather outbreaks. Meteorologists at Aemet warn that more unsettled weather may return early next week, especially in higher altitude and coastal areas. While temperatures may rise slightly, unstable atmospheric conditions raise the risk of further showers and hailstorms. Local businesses in tourist zones report a drop in foot traffic and last-minute cancellations. Many bar and restaurant owners in Benidorm say fewer people are dining out as tourists opt to stay indoors. Travel firms are monitoring the situation, with some advising customers to reconsider trips to the hardest-hit areas. Flights have not seen major disruptions, but officials urge travellers to stay in contact with airlines as conditions can shift quickly. Despite the chaos, authorities say flood management systems have improved in several urban areas — leaving them better prepared than in previous years. 7 Travel firms are also monitoring the situation, with some advising customers to review their plans if visiting the hardest-hit areas Credit: Reuters
