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Orange alert for excessive heat in parts of Alicante with ‘equatorial’ nights predicted

Orange alert for excessive heat in parts of Alicante with ‘equatorial’ nights predicted

The Health Ministry has issued an orange heat warning for Tuesday afternoon, in the Vega Baja area of southern Alicante Province. The alert comes as the State Meteorological Agency Aemet predicted high temperatures for Bigastro, Redovan, Callosa, Segura, Rafal, Catral, Albatera, and San Isidro. In the inland, temperatures are expected to be at least 36C. READ MORE HEATWAVE CONTINUES A …

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Heatwave ‘ends’ in parts of Spain from Sunday but some areas will notice little change

Heatwave ‘ends’ in parts of Spain from Sunday but some areas will notice little change

The current heatwave in Spain, which has brought temperatures to an exceptionally high level for the month of June, is set end on Sunday. A new one will begin next Thursday. It is unlikely that eastern parts of the country will notice any significant differences. The State Meteorological Agency Aemet says that a front is expected to bring some changes …

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Keep cool in Spain’s hot weather with these tips from experts

Keeping cool during hot weather in Spain with tips from health experts

People of all ages must be careful and reduce their sun exposure as SPAIN is experiencing an unprecedented June heatwave. The Health Ministry in the country has created a Top 10 List of Measures to Take during this weather. It refers to ‘vulnerable’ groups including the elderly, pregnant women, children and people with chronic illnesses, as well as those who …

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Unprecedented June ‘tropical nights’ with 28C temperatures lead to lack of sleep in Spain

Showers with hail coming to parts of Spain from Friday as sunny weather ends- for now! - CSN News

In large parts of Spain, a heatwave in mid-June brought humid and tropical nighttimes. It is making it difficult for people to get a restful sleep. Temperatures can be up to 10C higher than average, with values similar to those of late July. Aliseda was the hottest place in Caceres on Monday night and Tuesday morning with a minimum temperature …

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Spain’s National Heat Alert website launches English-language version targeted at tourists and expats

Spain’s national heat alert website launches English language version aimed at expats and tourists

The British Embassy in Madrid suggested that SPAIN’s online national heat warning system be launched in English. The news comes as temperatures reach record June highs in parts of the country and a forecast of ‘above average’ values for the summer season. The Embassy met recently with the Ministry of Health’s climate advisor, and proposed an English-language version to reach …

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Summer to be ‘warmer than normal’ in Spain after fifth-wettest spring since 1961

Showers with hail coming to parts of Spain from Friday as sunny weather ends- for now! - CSN News

Experts in weather predict that the summer will be hotter than usual after the fifth wettest spring on record since 1961, boosted by heavy rains in March. Ruben delCampo, the spokesperson for Spain’s State Meteorological Agency (Aemet), said that it is very likely that temperatures in the next three month will be higher than average. He also stated that there’s …

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Does it have to be mandatory in Spain that a spare tire is carried in the vehicle?

The legal requirements to handle flat tyres are an essential tip for driving in Spain. Did you realize that you must have a system which allows you to drive after a puncture in order to be able to continue? While a traditional spare wheel isn’t the only option, driving without a DGT-approved system can result in a fine up to …

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Wind and hailstorms will hit the Costa del Sol following a sweltering weekend

Yellow alert as wind and hailstorms to hit the Costa del Sol after sweltering week

After a weekend of scorching temperatures in Andalucia, the Costa del Sol is expected to experience unsteady weather.  The Spanish meteorological agency AEMET warned of heavy rains in Andalucia’s north and east.  There will be a fierce wind blowing between Gibraltar to Malaga, reaching speeds of up to 60kph, and there may also be high waves.  READ MORE Body of …

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Spain was predicted to experience another scorcher in 2024.

Showers with hail coming to parts of Spain from Friday as sunny weather ends- for now! - CSN News

According to the State Meteorological Agency (Aemet), 2024 was Spain’s third-hottest since 1961, when records began. The agency also predicts another hot summer. Aemet’s climate report for the year published on Friday shows that only 2022 or 2023 were better than last year. The country has 31 records for hot days, but no records for cold days. READ MORE RUBEN …

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Valencia Region issued a yellow alert for rain and thunderstorms on Thursday

Yellow alert issued for rain and storms this Thursday in Valencia region

The Spanish State Meteorological Agency, Aemet, has issued yellow warnings for rain and thunderstorms for Thursday in the Valencian Community. The warning runs from 11:30am to 9:30pm. It covers Alicante and parts of the provinces of Castellon and Valencia. Wednesday is expected to be cloudy with some light rain showers possible in the southern parts of the inland region. There’s …

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