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Parts of Spain could see temperatures above 40°C again if another heatwave develops next week.
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Don’t relax if you have enjoyed the recent drop in temperature. The weather models predict another heatwave next week. Parts of Spain are once again at high risk of temperatures exceeding 40C. Although it’s too early to say if this will be the third heatwave in Spain for the summer, the weather is certainly heading that way.
Catalonia is the area that will be most closely monitored, followed by the Valencian Community and Region of Murcia. The Balearic Islands and eastern Andalusia are also being closely watched. This is because the hot air should settle in these areas between 13-19 July. Inland parts of Aragón and Castilla La Mancha could also experience another run of scorching temperatures if the current forecasts hold.
Many people, particularly those who are heading on vacation or plan to spend time outside, may have to check weather apps again before leaving home and reconsider their afternoon plans.
Why forecasters are so interested in the week ahead
Latest forecasts for Meteored A familiar weather pattern may be taking shape.
You can also find out more about the A-Team here. High-pressure area During the middle next week, it is expected to become stronger over the western Mediterranean. This can act as a lid on the atmosphere and trap hot air near the ground, rather than allowing cooler air into the atmosphere.
According to meteorologist and physicist Francisco Martín León, the system is expected to draw in very warm air from North Africa and the Sahara. Combining this with a Mediterranean Sea which is warmer than usual could create conditions for another heatwave.
It doesn’t mean Spain is going to experience an official heatwave. Meteorologists look at specific factors such as how high the temperatures rise, how many places are affected and for how long before they declare one.
The early signs of a storm are enough to make weather experts keep an eye on the development of the forecast over the next few days.
Forecasts can also change several days in advance. The temperatures may be slightly higher or lower than predicted but many weather models predict that the unusually warm conditions will return to eastern Spain.
Temperatures can rise above 40C in some regions
If the forecast holds true, Spain’s eastern and southernmost regions will be the hardest hit by the heat.
Forecasts for Friday, July 17 include:
- Murcia at 44C
- Lleida and Granada climb to 41C
- Albacete Around 40C
- Teruel reaching 39C
- Girona, Huesca and around 38C
- Valencia, Cuenca, and Palma reach 37C
- Barcelona, Castellón and Alicante around 35C
- Tarragona and Almería close to 34C
The figures are forecasts and not confirmed temperatures. However, they give a good idea of the hotter conditions to expect if the heat dome does develop as predicted.
The heat can be even more unbearable for people who live on the Mediterranean Coast. High temperatures can feel even worse when there is coastal humidity, especially in the afternoons and evenings.
The summer holiday season can be one of the hottest in the country.
Not only can the heat of daytime make it uncomfortable, but also the nighttime temperatures.
The sun doesn’t always set at the end of a hot day.
Forecasts suggest that eastern Spain could be affected by severe weather. Tropical nightsWhere temperatures remain above The temperature is 20C at night.
It may not seem dramatic, but this can have a significant impact on your daily life. The homes are hard to cool, the bedrooms are warm into the early morning and people have trouble sleeping after a series of hot days.
This year’s forecast includes another characteristic of Spanish summers.
Meteored – According to Meteored Saharan dust The storm is expected to pass through the eastern and southern parts of the peninsula, as well as the Balearic Islands. This could lead to hazy skies in certain areas and a poorer quality of air.
It’s important to keep an eye on local weather forecasts in the coming weeks if you have respiratory conditions.
Heat and wildfires often go together
It is unlikely that the emergency services will be satisfied with this hot weather.
Spain is currently dealing with a number of wildfires. Extreme heat periods are what cause the greatest concern for firefighters. Low humidity, dry vegetation and very high temperatures can all contribute to the spread of fires.
The weather is not the only factor that causes wildfires. However, a prolonged period of heat makes it more likely for a fire to spread.
Authorities often repeat this advice in these times, from avoiding outdoor fires and taking extra precautions when visiting rural areas and forests to avoiding unnecessarily lighting them.
It is important to note that for now, this is still a forecast and not a heatwave. Over the next few weeks, as weather data is analyzed, we will have a clearer picture.
Even so, if you’re planning to travel through Catalonia, the Valencian Community, Murcia, eastern Andalusia, Aragón, Castilla La Mancha or the Balearic Islands next week, it’s worth keeping an eye on the latest forecasts.
Many people thought that after an already challenging start to summer, the worst heat would be behind them. Spain could still be experiencing extreme temperatures according to the most recent weather models.
