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As the first heatwave of summer hits Spain, the heat will be relentless. Forecasters at AEMET, the official Spanish state meteorological department, warn of persistent high temperatures that could break records for the time of year in several provinces, with peaks pushing toward 42ºC in spots and very little overnight relief.
Malaga Province to be a weekend Peak
Malaga is preparing for its hottest period in recent history. Maximum readings are climbing toward 39ºC for Sunday in some inland sites, while spots in the Axarquia such as La Viñuela are expected to hit 38ºC. Valle del Guadalhorce will see 36ºC on Saturday. Coastal areas including Torremolinos, Malaga city and Rincon de la Victoria are predicted to have to endure tropical nights with lowest temperatures at or above 25ºC. Antequera and Ronda are expected to reach 35ºC earlier in the week. AEMET has predicted that this summer’s temperatures will be among the hottest ever recorded in the province.
Granada province prepares to record high temperatures
Granada province will be among the hardest hit. Loja could reach 42ºC on Sunday, with the capital and surrounding areas also touching that level. Chauchina and Albolote will hit 39ºC. Yellow alerts activate Saturday for the Cuenca del Genil with maxima above 38ºC. Inland spots like Guadix climb to 38ºC and Baza to 37ºC. Coastal Motril is due to see thermometers reach 35ºC on Sunday, while Albuñol faces torrid nights with lowest temperatures near 25ºC. The heat comes from a very warm, dry air mass combined with strong sunshine and looks like it is about to last into early next week, with possible 44ºC readings in Loja by Tuesday.
Murcia region expecting intense days ahead
Murcia is going to see a gradual rise in temperature starting on Friday. Readings will climb to 35ºC on Friday, 36ºC on Saturday, June 20, and near 38ºC on Sunday in places such as Murcia, Lorca, Caravaca de la Cruz and Yecla. AEMET plans yellow or higher alerts for valley areas including the Vega del Segura and Guadalentín. But the real, true peak will arrive in the next week with temperatures of 40C or higher expected starting Monday.
Dust in suspension, commonly known in Spain as ‘calima’, will add to discomfort, while coastal spots like Cartagena should stay slightly lower but still face tropical nights.
Alicante and Valencia Community will be hit by unprecedented heat
Alicante, and the larger Valencia community is about to face potentially record-breaking weather conditions. Interior areas such as Xativa, Alcoi and Requena are pushing toward 38ºC from Monday, with Segorbe at 37ºC. Alicante capital readings reach 32 to 33ºC. Minimum temperatures stay stubbornly high, generally 23 to 24ºC along the coast and above 20ºC everywhere. AEMET describes the episode as “historic”The average temperature from the 22nd to the 26th of June is possibly the highest since 1950. The intensity is driven by a stable high-pressure, and there will be little relief until the end of next week.
Mallorca and Baleares join national alert
Mallorca Balearic Islands also come under the heatwave umbrella. Highs climb well above seasonal norms, with tropical nights widespread and some areas seeing the lowest temperatures near or above 25ºC. The Mediterranean coast and the islands are both affected by the persistent warm air. This can cause similar health problems due to prolonged exposure.
Heatwave increases health risks
AEMET recommends that people stay hydrated and avoid outdoor activities during the hottest times of the day. It is best to visit the supermarket early in the day or at the end of the day. Combining extreme temperatures during the day with warm nights can increase danger for those who are most vulnerable. Not only in the south and east, but also in the north there is an increase of fire risks.
The heatwaves can sometimes be as hot as August. Spain’s summer is here, so keep an eye out for the weather. You can put the duvet away now – official!
