Right now

No calima

Dust levels are normal across the island.

Today
17
1
Sat
18
8
Sun
19
10
Mon
20
8
Tue
21
9
Wed
22
Thu
23

🌬️ What is calima?

Calima is a weather phenomenon in the Canary Islands caused by dry, dust-laden air blown in from the Sahara. It lowers visibility, fills the sky with a yellow-orange haze and raises airborne particulate (PM10) levels. Episodes typically last 1–3 days but can extend to a week.

📍 Dust right now, city by city

📆 Recent calima days

Last time calima was detected: 21 Apr, 14:00.

Last severe episode: 19 Apr, 21:00.

  • 21 April 2026 Moderate Peak: 101 μg/m³
  • 20 April 2026 Moderate Peak: 153 μg/m³
  • 19 April 2026 Severe Peak: 434 μg/m³
  • 18 April 2026 Severe Peak: 271 μg/m³

🩺 How to handle it

  • Close windows and avoid drying clothes outside to stop dust getting indoors.
  • Limit outdoor sport and long walks, especially for children, the elderly and people with asthma or heart conditions.
  • If you need to go out during a severe episode, a FFP2 mask noticeably reduces exposure.
  • Flights to and from Tenerife can be delayed or diverted when visibility drops below the minimum.