Strong Winds Batter The Costa Del Sol

Strong Winds Batter The Costa Del Sol. A yellow weather warning for gale force winds is in place this afternoon on the Costa Del Sol.

Strong Winds Batter The Costa Del Sol

A yellow weather warning for gale force winds is now in place on the Costa Del Sol. The alert remains in effect until 6pm this evening (Monday 30th January). The weather warning is for gale force 7 winds which can reach speeds of up to 70kph. Spain’s national weather agency (AEMET) are also warning of 3 metre high waves on the Costa Del Sol.

There is also a chance of rain today on the Costa Del Sol, though this is not expected to be severe. Tuesday’s outlook is dry with sunny spells and top temperatures of 14 celcius.

Click here to see the latest forecast for the Costa Del Sol.

3 metre high waves on the Costa Del Sol. *Picture from Fuengirola.

Malaga Airport Delays

Adverse weather conditions can sometimes cause delays at Malaga airport. Check which flights are affected with our live flight tracker here.

Severe weather can cause delays at Malaga airport.

Types Of Weather Warnings

Yellow: Be aware. Severe weather is possible over the next few days and could affect people in the concerned area. Yellow means that you should plan ahead thinking about possible travel delays, or the disruption of your day-to-day activities.

Amber: Be prepared. There is an increased likelihood of bad weather affecting people in the concerned area, which could potentially disrupt people’s plans and possibly cause travel delays, road and rail closures, interruption to power and the potential risk to life and property.

Red: Take action. Extreme weather is expected. Red means people in the concerned areas should take action now to keep themselves and others safe from the impact of the weather. Widespread damage, travel and power disruption and risk to life is likely.

Published: 30.01.2023

Written by Dave James.