Что такое калима?

 

“calima” is the name that the local people of the canary islands use to describe the saharan air layer―a burst of dusty, warm wind from a saharan storm that crosses over from the african desert. it’s a hot, dry fog that irritates the airways, reduces visibility and deposits a layer of fine dust over everything.

Как часто происходит калима?

 

this phenomenon can happen at any time of year but it is usually associated with the hot air found on the islands during the summer months.

Как долго длится калима?

 

usually, calima ranges in time scale from a few hours up to a week. after that, the sky starts to clear up and the visibility improves gradually.

Какая погода бывает во время калима?

 

when there is calima, there is usually a big shift in temperature. tourists are delighted with such weather, especially during the winter months. however, it's important to point out that spending long periods of time outside when there is calima can affect your respiratory system, especially if you’re allergic.

Что вызывает калиму?

 

it is caused by a dust storm that is stirred up by high winds in the sahara and is then driven over the canary islands by south easterly winds.

Вызывает ли калима у вас чувство тошноты?

 

calima can cause eye redness, respiratory problems, sore throat, lack of energy and headaches.