The southern regions of the city are notorious for being affected by strong southerly winds known locally as the 'sea breeze', particularly during summer months.

Never have I heard such wind, never known such an angry sea.

The prevailing northern winds, known as Nortadas, arise in the summer after midday.

The prevailing wind, known as the Poniente, is from the west, making the beaches among the windiest in Europe.

By this method of zig-zagging into the wind, known as beating, it is possible to reach any upwind destination.

During the late summer months, a humid southeastern wind known as the sharqi makes the coastal region especially unpleasant.

A reliable afternoon westerly wind known as a Maestral, together with clear and somewhat cool water make the beach a destination for windsurfers.

Due to the village's position relative to the nearby mountains, the village can be subject to strong winds known as the Helm Wind.

From December to March, prevailing winds from the southeast, known as the shamal, bring damp air over the islands.

Hot winds, locally known as Loo, are strong and frequent from May to July.