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Scorching summer in Spain’s Malaga: 14 temperature records broken, averages surge by 2.2°C
AS the summer season draws to a close, Spain has experienced an exceptionally scorching period, with Malaga taking centre stage in the heat wave.
A...
EXC: Many restaurants ‘are down by up to 20%’ on Spain’s Costa del Sol this summer despite record visitor...
RESTAURANTS along the Costa del Sol have reported earning up to 25% less this summer despite record visitor numbers.
Just over 10 million people arrived...
July and August see 80% surge in fatal traffic accidents in Spain’s Malaga
THE summer traffic surveillance operation for 2023, conducted by the Directorate General of Traffic, has concluded in Malaga, revealing a concerning upward trend of...
Spain’s Malaga back on YELLOW ALERT for scorching temperatures this Friday
MALAGA is bracing for another sizzling day as Spain’s Met Office, AEMET, issues a fresh weather alert for high temperatures in the province.
The alert,...
Pool, playa and PARASITES: Spain’s sweltering weather brings dangers of disease-spreading ticks
SPAIN’S scorching summer has found the country inviting in an unwelcome guest: ticks, which can latch onto both wild and domesticated animals.
But these arachnids...
Top Scoop Haven: Spain’s Malaga ranked fifth among Europe’s best ice cream cities
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WHEN it comes to a universally cherished summer symbol, few can contest the allure of ice cream, and...
AEMET Confirms July as fourth hottest month in Spain’s Andalucia since 1961
LAST July witnessed scorching temperatures across Andalucia, making it the fourth warmest month in the region since 1961, as reported by the State Meteorological...
Jellyfish Invasion: Swarms Hit Nerja and Torrox Beaches in Spain
OVER the past weekend, a surge of jellyfish originating from the Granada coast has washed up on the shores of Nerja and Torrox.
The beaches...
Arrival of August to bring unusual falls in temperature to parts of Spain
AFTER several heatwaves and an unusually wet month of May, the weather in Spain will continue to be unusual from the start of August...
Weather in Spain’s Andalucia: August arrives with warm air mass and tropical nights
AUGUST to arrive in Spain's Andalucia region with a scorching warm air mass and the return of tropical nights.
As the peak summer month begins,...
Spain’s popular hiking trail “El Caminito del Rey” encourages afternoon visits to beat the heat
El CAMINITO DEL REY, the famous scenic walkway in Malaga, has adopted a strategy to help visitors avoid the scorching daytime temperatures.
The administration of...
Considerable drop in temperatures expected on Spain’s Costa del Sol before another weekend rise
THE Costa del Sol is bracing for a noteworthy weather shift, as temperatures are set to plummet by up to 10ºC this week, offering...
Four restaurants in Spain’s Malaga among TheFork’s ‘must-visit’ this summer
SUMMER is here and with it comes lazy days, sunshine, fun-filled activities and the likelihood of eating out more.
From Andalucia to Asturias, Spain's diverse...
Spain’s Malaga launches summer blood donation campaign
The Malaga Transfusion Centre has launched a summer blood and plasma donation campaign.
The Transfusion, Tissue and Cell Centre of Malaga (CTTC) has organised 221...
Drought crisis measures introduced in Spain’s Ronda
RONDA has banned the use of drinking water for filling swimming pools, watering gardens and washing cars.
The measures come following notification from the Junta...
SIZZLING: Spain to be hit by second summer heatwave this weekend with forecast highs of 44ºC
SPAIN'S national Met Office, AEMET, has issued a warning for a potential second heatwave expected this weekend.
According to AEMET spokesperson, Ruben del Campo, the...
AEMET warns of hotter-than-normal summer in Spain’s Malaga
SUMMER temperatures in Malaga will be even more sweltering than usual weather expert warns.
According to the director of the Meteorological Center in Malaga, Jesus...
Revving up for Summer: Spain’s traffic authorities activate first Special Summer Traffic Operation
SPANISH traffic authorities, DGT, have activated the 1st Summer Special Traffic Operation 2023.
From today, Friday June 30 until Sunday July 2, coinciding with the...
Heatwaves in June have tripled in Spain over the last 12 years
HEATWAVES in June have tripled in the last twelve years, according to weather experts.
As indicated by Ruben del Campo, spokesperson for Spain’s Met Office,...
Sun-seekers crowd Malaga beaches on first Sunday of summer in Spain
BEACH-goers sunbathed and played in the sea along Malaga’s beaches yesterday, Sunday June 25—the first Sunday of summer.
Despite the fact that the peak tourist...
Top beach clubs in Spain’s Costa del Sol
THE Costa del Sol is famed for its great weather and stunning views, sandy beaches and sophisticated beach clubs in exclusive locations.
During the summer...
Spain starts summer with drought in nearly 40% of the country
THE BEGINNING of the summer on Wednesday, June 21 was marked by a situation of drought in nearly 40% of the country. That’s according...
AEMET warns of a sultry summer ahead in Spain
WITH one day to go before the official start of the summer, Spain’s Met Office, AEMET, warns that the coming hot season will be...
First heatwave of the summer, with highs of 45ºC, could hit Spain this week
THE days of cooling storms are numbered weather expert warns.
According to Ruben Del Campo, spokesman for Spain’s Met Office AEMET, the first heatwave of...
Discover coolest towns in southern Spain to get away from the summer heat
THE season is heating up in southern Spain, but there are areas in Andalucia that offer a cooling haven for those looking for a...
From suntan lotions to condoms; most stolen products in Spain during the summer
WITH summer comes a rise in temperatures and also a rise in petty thefts in grocery stores and supermarkets.
In fact in the summer, thefts...
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