[
    {
        "role": "user",
        "content": "somebody%20told%20me%20that%20the%20heat%20in%20lanzarote%20in%20the%20last%20two%20weeks%20was%20hotter%20than%20ususal%20due%20to%20some%20weather%20freek%20something%20to%20do%20with%20the%20sand%20storm%20what%20is%20that%20called%20starts%20with%20K"
    },
    {
        "role": "assistant",
        "content": "The phenomenon you heard about is called **\"Calima\"** (sometimes spelled *\u201cCalima Sahariana\u201d*). ([teneriffa-news.com](https://www.teneriffa-news.com/en/information-on-tenerife/calima-explained-all-about-the-canary-islands-sandstorm_1463394.html?utm_source=openai))\n\n---\n\n## What is Calima?\n\n- Calima is a weather phenomenon typical in the Canary Islands, especially in the eastern islands like Lanzarote and Fuerteventura. It happens when dust and fine sand from the Sahara desert get lifted by winds and carried over the Atlantic. ([teneriffa-news.com](https://www.teneriffa-news.com/en/information-on-tenerife/calima-explained-all-about-the-canary-islands-sandstorm_1463394.html?utm_source=openai))  \n- This airborne dust leads to haze, reduced visibility, a dry and warmer-than-usual atmosphere, and can make the sky look yellow, orange, or brown. ([lanzarotewaitsforyou.com](https://www.lanzarotewaitsforyou.com/lanzarote-news/calima-in-lanzarote-why-the-skies-turned-hazy-earlier-this-week/?utm_source=openai))\n\n---\n\n## Why does it make it hotter?\n\n- The warm air mass coming from North Africa tends to raise temperatures. During Calima, humidity usually drops, making the air feel hotter and drier. ([teneriffa-news.com](https://www.teneriffa-news.com/en/information-on-tenerife/calima-explained-all-about-the-canary-islands-sandstorm_1463394.html?utm_source=openai))  \n- The suspended dust traps heat and reduces nighttime cooling, so highs stay up even without direct sun in some cases. ([lanzarotewaitsforyou.com](https://www.lanzarotewaitsforyou.com/lanzarote-news/calima-in-lanzarote-why-the-skies-turned-hazy-earlier-this-week/?utm_source=openai))\n\n---\n\n## Recent Events\n\n- Around early September 2026 (September 3), Lanzarote and La Graciosa experienced a dense Calima event. The dust came from the Sahara, reducing visibility and intensifying the heat. ([lavozdelanzarote.com](https://www.lavozdelanzarote.com/actualidad/sociedad/lanzarote-graciosa-amanecen-este-jueves-cubiertas-por-densa-calima_245800_102.html?utm_source=openai))  \n- The Government of the Canary Islands issued a **pre-alert** for Lanzarote and nearby islands due to elevated concentrations of dust in suspension on September 3. ([www3.gobiernodecanarias.org](https://www3.gobiernodecanarias.org/noticias/hemeroteca/el-gobierno-de-canarias-declara-la-prealerta-por-calima-en-gran-canaria-fuerteventura-lanzarote-y-la-graciosa/?utm_source=openai))  \n- Another episode of the Calima that started around September 17 had started to ease by then. ([lanzarotewaitsforyou.com](https://www.lanzarotewaitsforyou.com/lanzarote-news/calima-in-lanzarote-why-the-skies-turned-hazy-earlier-this-week/?utm_source=openai))\n\n---\n\nSo yes, what you were told matches up\u2014heat in Lanzarote over the past couple of weeks **was** hotter than usual largely because of a **Calima** event bringing Saharan dust over the islands. If you want, I can pull up daily temperature charts or health advisories for Lanzarote during this period to show how much hotter or riskier it got."
    },
    {
        "role": "user",
        "content": "I%20am%20going%20in%20November%20what%20can%20I%20expect%20the%20weather%20to%20be%20like%20and%20could%20the%20Calima%20be%20there%20at%20that%20point"
    },
    {
        "role": "assistant",
        "content": "Here\u2019s what you can typically expect from Lanzarote\u2019s weather in **November**, and how likely **Calima** is during that month:\n\n---\n\n## Typical November Weather in Lanzarote\n\n| Measurement | Average Values |\n|-------------|----------------|\n| Daytime highs | ~23-25 \u00b0C (\u2248 74-77 \u00b0F) ([lanzaroteweather.co.uk](https://www.lanzaroteweather.co.uk/lanzarote-weather-november/?utm_source=openai)) |\n| Nighttime lows | ~17-18 \u00b0C (\u2248 62-65 \u00b0F) ([29degreeslanzarote.com](https://www.29degreeslanzarote.com/lanzarote-weather-climate/lanzarote-weather-in-november/?utm_source=openai)) |\n| Average temperature | ~20.7-21 \u00b0C (\u2248 69-70 \u00b0F) ([aemet.es](https://www.aemet.es/en/serviciosclimaticos/datosclimatologicos/valoresclimatologicos?l=C029O&utm_source=openai)) |\n| Rainfall | Low\u2014around 10-20 mm for the month, with 3-5 days of light rain expected in many years ([29degreeslanzarote.com](https://www.29degreeslanzarote.com/lanzarote-weather-climate/lanzarote-weather-in-november/?utm_source=openai)) |\n| Sea temperature | Roughly 20-21 \u00b0C (68-70 \u00b0F), reasonable for swimming for many visitors ([29degreeslanzarote.com](https://www.29degreeslanzarote.com/lanzarote-weather-climate/lanzarote-weather-in-november/?utm_source=openai)) |\n\nOther things to note: more cloud cover and variability than summer; cooler evenings; shorter days. But generally, the climate stays mild and pleasant. ([lanzaroteweather.co.uk](https://www.lanzaroteweather.co.uk/lanzarote-weather-november/?utm_source=openai))\n\n---\n\n## What about Calima in November?\n\nYes, Calima can happen in November\u2014and in Lanzarote this is quite possible:\n\n- Lanzarote has a \u201cDusty\u201d Calima risk in **November**, with on average ~13 days per month potentially affected. ([calimacanarias.com](https://calimacanarias.com/en/best-time-to-visit/?utm_source=openai))  \n- Historically, there have been moderate to extreme Calima episodes during November\u2014for example, an **extreme** event was recorded from **November 23\u201325, 2025**, affecting all Canary Islands. ([calimacanarias.com](https://calimacanarias.com/en/calima-episode/?utm_source=openai))  \n\nSo while it\u2019s not guaranteed, there\u2019s a real chance you could experience a Calima during your trip.\n\n---\n\n## What It Might Feel Like If Calima Hits\n\n- Dust haze in the air, skies more yellow/orange than usual  \n- Reduced visibility  \n- Warmer temperatures, especially if dry winds are coming from Africa  \n- Uncomfortable air quality\u2014irritated eyes, throat, or breathing for sensitive people  \n\n---\n\n## Suggestions for Your Trip\n\n- **Bring layers**: Evenings get cooler, so something warm for sunsets or late nights will help.  \n- **Plan indoor alternatives**: Museums, caves, interesting local spots\u2014just in case there\u2019s a dusty day.  \n- **Monitor local weather and air quality apps** right before & during your trip. Calima often comes with official advisories.  \n- **Stay in southern or sheltered coastal areas** if you prefer less wind/dust.  \n- **Choose sun-protection**: Even with haze, UV exposure may be moderate\u2014sunscreen, hat, etc., are useful.\n\n---\n\nIf you want, I can check specific weather predictions (e.g. air quality & dust forecasts) closer to your November arrival, to give you a clearer picture."
    }
]