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A Massive Cloud of Saharan Dust Is About to Hit The United States : ScienceAlert

Last updated: June 3, 2025 10:40 pm
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A Massive Cloud of Saharan Dust Is About to Hit The United States : ScienceAlert
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This week, the skies of the US southeast will be clouded with dust from the Sahara desert, a yearly weather event that doesn’t always make its way to the American continent. This phenomenon is a result of the Saharan Air Layer, where massive quantities of desert dust are stirred up by tropical atmospheric waves along the desert’s southern edge, typically ramping up around early June.

The dust clouds, growing up to 4 kilometers thick, have made a long journey across the Atlantic Ocean from their birthplace in the Sahara, the world’s largest hot desert. As they are blown across the ocean, they are further lifted by the denser, more humid ocean air, following a westward course every year. Sometimes, the dust clouds can even veer north and reach Europe, affecting air quality but potentially suppressing hurricanes from forming in the region.

Clouds of Saharan Dust Are Blowing Across US Southeast
A visualization from satellite data of the Saharan dust. (AccuWeather)

Already, Caribbean islands such as Jamaica, Puerto Rico, Barbados, and Trinidad and Tobago have experienced the dust clouds, serving as a prelude to what is expected to soon hit US states like Florida, Louisiana, Alabama, and Mississippi. The dust is predicted to reach the US by Wednesday, with the thickest concentration expected on Thursday before dissipating due to lighter winds. Despite its potential impact on visibility, the dust clouds could lead to stunning sunrises and sunsets along the way, as well as warmer temperatures, especially at night.

However, individuals with asthma, allergies, and other respiratory conditions are advised to stay indoors or use face masks when outdoors to minimize exposure to the dust. This annual weather event, while disruptive, also plays a role in shaping the region’s weather patterns and can have both positive and negative effects on the environment.

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