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UK to experience ‘blood rain’ sunsets this week as Saharan dust arrives

The Guardian - World NewsEN 2 min read 100% complete by Nadeem BadshahMarch 4, 2026 at 07:36 PM
UK to experience ‘blood rain’ sunsets this week as Saharan dust arrives
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The UK is expected to experience the arrival of Saharan dust this week, leading to vibrant sunsets and potential "blood rain." Carried by warm southerly winds, the dust may settle on outdoor surfaces and mix with rain, leaving reddish deposits. The Met Office notes this phenomenon is relatively common and can affect air quality. The dust is expected to arrive over the next few days, coinciding with potentially the warmest day of the year, with temperatures reaching up to 19C in the south on Thursday. While Thursday may bring heavy rain, the weekend forecast includes a mix of sunshine and patchy clouds with temperatures in the low to mid teens.

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Scotland 30% Wales 30% Northern Ireland 30% Honor Criswick ×250% North Africa 60% Met Office ×470% Saharan Desert ×380% United Kingdom ×490%

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