Editorial photo #13398016 Weather

Saharan Dust Colors Sunset Sky Over Lisbon

The sky turns orange and hazy at sunset as dust particles from the Sahara Desert reach Portugal, carried by atmospheric currents in Lisbon, Portugal, on March 3, 2026. The natural phenomenon affects air quality and visibility across parts of the country, with health authorities advising vulnerable groups to take precautions. (Photo by Luis Boza/NurPhoto)

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Photo ID: #13398016
Date taken: 3 March 2026
Location: —
Photographer: Luis Boza/NurPhoto
Category: Weather

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