It’s hardly newsworthy that Spain is hot this July but it
certainly is newsworthy that the AEMET weather agency of the country issued a
weather warning that temperatures could reach as high as 40 degrees Celsius in
27 of the 50 provinces of Spain.
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| The summer is truly hear |
The weather warning comes ahead of the abnormally high
temperatures descending on Spain. It’s expected that Madrid will see
temperatures of up to and over 37 degrees, while Seville in Andalucía will hit
as high as 42c this Friday, according to the AEMET.
Temperatures are rising across the Costa del Sol, and will
be between 5 and 10 degrees higher than the average; hitting heights rarely
seen before the end of July. The heatwave is expected to last until Sunday,
when temperatures are expected to go back down to the norms for this time of
year – a peak of low 30s in southern Spain.
Holidaymakers might be welcoming the high temperatures, but
the blast of heat and sun – which can be pleasant in small doses – can cause a
lot of damage including sunburn and heatstroke. Dehydration is also becoming a
major issue for those in Spain, so lather up and stay hydrated.
Authorities are also warning of an increased risk of forest
fires due to the extreme heat. Parts of the dry inland of Spain – including the
Costa del Sol – have been affected by forest fires in recent years. The damage
caused the country to improve their efficiency at detecting and combating
forest fires.
Tips for staying cool and making the most of the heatwave
are finding as much shade as possible between 12 noon and 3PM (we recommend a
siesta and a bowl of gazpacho), taking a dip at the beach or in the pool, and
taking a trip along the shaded streets of the Marbella Old Town and Seville.
