Why is it so cloudy in Fuerteventura?

Sometimes (usually during the summer) the wind changes to a more Easterly or South-Easterly direction, bringing the dust-haze or 'Calima' along with searing temperatures from the Sahara Desert. There can be quite a bit of variation in weather conditions from place to place according to time of year.

Why is it hazy in Fuerteventura?

A Calima, the word itself originating from the Spanish word for 'haze', is a Saharan Air Layer (SAL), a hot, dry and dust laden wind that comes over from the Sahara Desert, and is described as the little brother to a 'Scirocco'. A Calima raises the temperature and creates a hazy vista.

Does Fuerteventura have seasons?

Sunshine and rainfallThe driest month is January with 0 mm of rainfall and 31 perfect sunny days. The wettest month is October with 8 mm of rain over 1 day.

Why is air quality so bad in Canary Islands?

The low troposphere over the Canary Islands is strongly stratified. There are two main types of African dust outbreaks over the islands: low altitude atmospheric intrusions (from October to April) and high altitude atmospheric intrusions (in summer).

Is Fuerteventura always cloudy?

How many days of sunshine does Fuerteventura get?

300 daysFuerteventura weather : Fuerteventura climateHowever, with more than 300 days of sunshine per year and extremely low precipitation level, Fuerteventura climate is unique and unlike the weather conditions of the rest of the Canary archipelago.

Why does it not rain in Fuerteventura?

Unlike the western Canary Islands, Fuerteventura don't have mountains with sufficient height to retain clouds, that just pass over the island without precipitation.

Can you swim in the sea in Fuerteventura?

Playa de la Goleta – CorralejoThis is the longest town beach of Corralejo, it is a 5-min walk from the city center and is relatively protected from northern winds. The water is calm and transparent, perfect to enjoy a swim on a sunny day.

Can you brush your teeth with water in Fuerteventura?

You can safely brush your teeth with the tap water, as well as make coffee or tea. Theoretically, you can also drink it, however it is often very heavily chlorinated and the taste isn´t pleasant.

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