Europe’s ‘hottest city’ bakes in 43C temperatures as it risks becoming a desert

A popular European city known for its stunning architecture and rich history could transform into a desert as the temperature levels soar to 43C, according to a new weather map.

Seville, a city located in the southern part of Spain enchants visitors with its unique blend of Moorish, Renaissance, and Baroque influences.

The Spanish city observes an average of 12 hours of daylight per day and pleasant temperatures of 21C throughout March.  This makes it a perfect urban escape while many parts of the UK grapple with dreary weather.

However, the weather conditions are likely to turn around the situation as sweltering heatwaves that can reach a daunting 45C, perhaps too intense for the majority of visitors.

In recent years, rising temperatures have alarmed climate experts, who caution that Seville may be gradually turning into a desert, earning the nickname “Iberian oven.”

Situated in the foothills of nearby mountains, Seville is landlocked, resulting in winds from Africa sweeping across its plains.

Speaking previously on Seville, Jim Dale, Senior Meteorological Consultant at British Weather Services told Express.co.uk: “What’s causing the hot weather is when the wind comes in from Africa, across the mountains and into the plains. In terms of location, the whole stretch of area, including Seville has all the reasons and rhymes for baking hot weather.”

He added: “You’ll find the temperatures increasing as the summers go on, and essentially, the city is turning into a desert.”

Travellers heading to Seville in summer should always seek shade between midday to 7 pm and savour the refreshingly crisp evenings instead.

Even the latest weather from WXCharts suggests that the temperature levels are likely to spike between 42-43C in the coming days.

The British Red Cross has stepped in with some crucial advice for Brits heading to hotter climes this summer.

Dr Ellie Murtagh from the organisation has shared her top tips: “If you are travelling to a country experiencing extreme heat, there are several steps you can take to keep yourself and others safe.

“This includes wearing sunscreen, staying out of the sun during the warmest hours of the day, drinking plenty of water and drinking less alcohol. You can also help keep wherever you’re staying cool by keeping blinds and windows closed.”