Calima Returns Saturday, Intensifies Sunday

The Saharan Dorsal Will Bring High Temperatures Over the Weekend

The African Saharan dorsal is once again imposing its influence on the archipelago, bringing rising temperatures that will be even higher as the weekend progresses.

In addition, suspended dust will accompany the heat: it will arrive aloft on Saturday and become denser on Sunday when the bulk of the particles will settle to the ground. All indications suggest the phenomenon will persist until Wednesday, the 27th.

Light northerly winds will keep temperatures climbing, potentially reaching 30 °C in many parts of the island. Sea conditions are expected to produce waves of up to two metres along the north and west coasts, so great caution is advised for anyone on the shoreline.

Key points

• Temperatures may hit 30 °C across the island.
• Dust will be present at altitude on Saturday, becoming thicker and reaching ground level on Sunday.
• Waves up to 2 m are forecast for the north and west coasts.
• Light winds from the north will prevail.
• The calima is expected to last through Wednesday, May 27.