Sahara dust will again affect Venezuela starting February 10
The National Institute of Meteorology and Hydrology (Inameh) reported this Monday, February 9, on the presence of Sahara dust in low to moderate concentrations over the national territory. The agency indicated that this atmospheric phenomenon will affect the country with a gradual displacement from east to west. The institution detailed through its official Instagram account that the incidence of these particles will be noticeable starting this Tuesday, February 10. The meteorological report noted the advance of this air mass through Venezuelan geography as part of its usual transit through the region.
TL;DR
- Sahara dust with mild to moderate concentrations is present over Venezuela.
- The dust will move gradually from east to west across the country.
- The effect of the particles will be noticeable starting February 10.
- This is a usual atmospheric transit from North Africa towards the Americas.
- The dust will cause reduced air quality and visibility.
- It will also limit cloud formation and affect precipitation patterns.