Álora has accumulated five consecutive days exceeding 41 ºC, a possible record. Forecasts indicate that on Thursday and Friday the terral could push temperatures up to 43 ºC inland and near 41 ºC in the capital.
The thermometer shows no mercy in the province of Málaga. The town of Álora, in the Guadalhorce Valley, has already recorded five consecutive days of temperatures exceeding 41 ºC, a streak that, if it continues, could become a historical record. This Monday, the skies were cloudy and hazy in the capital, where at 7:45 the weather station already marked 26 ºC.
Extreme heat inland and orange alert on the horizon
This Monday's highs will again reach or even exceed 37-40 ºC in the interior of the Guadalhorce Valley, Cortes de la Frontera, Alpandeire, the regions of Ronda and Antequera, as well as in the interior of Axarquía. On the coast, although slightly milder, temperatures will hover between 34 and 36 ºC. The feeling of mugginess will be intense due to the haze.
The situation could worsen starting Thursday. According to weather models, the arrival of terral would raise temperatures even further: in the interior of the Guadalhorce Valley, 43 ºC could be reached, while in the capital of Málaga, highs would approach 41 ºC. If this scenario is confirmed, the State Meteorological Agency (Aemet) would activate the orange alert for high temperatures in the province for the first time this summer.
“Hopefully the forecasts do not come to pass,” local meteorological observatories say, which are closely monitoring the evolution of the heatwave.
Consequences for the daily lives of Málaga residents
Extreme heat not only affects comfort but also poses a health risk, especially for the elderly, children, and those with chronic illnesses. Authorities recommend constant hydration, avoiding sun exposure during the hottest hours of the day, and paying attention to symptoms of heat stroke. In the inland municipalities, where nights are also warm (with lows not dropping below 24 ºC), rest becomes complicated.
In the capital, the terral expected for Thursday and Friday could make the workday and outdoor activities particularly tough. Emergency services are on alert and the population is advised to take extra precautions, especially during travel and agricultural work.
This heat episode is reminiscent of that experienced in the summer of 2023, when Málaga capital recorded several days of intense terral. However, the persistence of such high temperatures inland for nearly a week is unusual. Experts indicate that climate change is making these heatwaves more frequent and longer-lasting.
For the coming days, the situation is expected to remain at least until the weekend. Medium-term models do not show significant relief, so Málaga residents will need to arm themselves with patience and sun protection. The recommendation is clear: drink water, wear light clothing, and avoid unnecessary exertion between 12:00 and 18:00 hours.
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