The State Meteorological Agency forecasts a maximum of 37 degrees in Seville on Thursday, July 16, with clear skies and winds of up to 41 km/h. The thermal sensation will be stifling, with not a drop of rain in sight.
The thermometers in Seville will reach a maximum of 37 degrees on Thursday, July 16, according to the latest report from the State Meteorological Agency (Aemet). The day will proceed with completely clear skies and low relative humidity, which will heighten the feeling of heat from mid-morning. The minimum temperatures, on the other hand, will offer some relief, dropping to 20 degrees during the early hours.
Zero chances of rain and UV ray alert
The probability of precipitation is 0% both day and night, so no showers or storms are expected. Cloud cover will be nonexistent, with 0% cloud coverage. This scenario, typical of Seville's summer, necessitates taking extreme precautions against sun exposure: the ultraviolet radiation index will reach a level of 11, considered extremely high. Experts recommend avoiding the sun between 12:00 and 16:00, using high-factor sunscreen, and wearing hats and sunglasses.
Dry easterly winds that provide little relief
Wind gusts will reach 39 km/h during the day and intensify to 41 km/h at night, coming from the east. This dry and warm easterly wind will not cool the environment but rather enhance the feeling of being in an oven. In neighbourhoods like Triana or the Centre, where the asphalt accumulates heat, the perceived temperature could exceed 40 degrees. The residents of the capital are accustomed to these rigours, but authorities remind everyone of the importance of staying hydrated and not engaging in physical exertion outdoors during the peak hours.
A climate that is already the warmest in continental Europe
With an average annual temperature of 19.2 degrees, Seville holds the record for having the highest average temperature in continental Europe, according to the Köppen climate classification. July is traditionally the hottest month, with maximums often exceeding 40 degrees. The absolute record at the Seville Airport station was recorded on July 23, 1995, at 46.6 °C, a mark that was almost surpassed during the heatwave of 2022. In contrast, the historical minimum dates back to February 12, 1956, with -5.5 °C.
Precipitation, scarce in summer, concentrates between October and April, with December being the rainiest month, averaging 51 rainy days a year. Snow is an almost nonexistent phenomenon: the last time Seville saw snowflakes was on January 10, 2010, and they barely formed a light layer. For the people of Seville, a hot day like this Thursday is almost a rite of passage, although it remains oppressive.
Recommendations for coping with the day
In light of this situation, the City Council of Seville has activated the extreme heat protocol, which includes the opening of climate shelters in libraries and civic centres. The population, especially the elderly and children, is advised to stay in cool and ventilated places. Additionally, the Municipal Transport Company (Tussam) will maintain maximum air conditioning on its buses and metros. For those who have no choice but to go out, it is better to do so early in the morning or at dusk when the thermometer drops below 30 degrees.
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