We've compiled the latest data from the leading weather websites to bring you an overview of what you can expect if you're living in Playa Flamenca, or planning a visit to our part of Spain in March.

We're just a couple of days into March, and the difference is certainly very noticeable this year, with the Orihuela Costa already experiencing spring-like conditions, sunshine, and temperatures exceeding the monthly average both day and night.

The onset of spring can signal the possibility of additional rainfall, and after an unusually dry and mild February, any rain would be welcomed. Nonetheless, annual averages suggest March will bring just 3 days of rain.

On the bright side, days are now a full hour longer than they were just a month ago, with earlier sunrises and the sun setting past 19:00 toward the middle of March. The average Spanish day is still a good hour longer than at more distant northern latitudes.

There's more good news when it comes to sunshine too, with an average of 7 hours of warm sunny weather per day. And as average daytime temperatures creep past 18°c, there are greater chances of “real feel” temperatures exceeding a very pleasant 25°c each day.

Of course, you will still need a light jacket if you want to enjoy evenings out at local bars, bistros and restaurants, but temperate and dry daytime conditions still make the Orihuela Costa an excellent choice of winter sun destination.

Average weather and temperatures for Playa Flamenca in March

Spanish winters are thankfully short and mild, and summer is never too far away. Meantime, let's hope we can look forward to another beautiful month on the Orihuela Costa.

You can find the full weather forecast and average weather data for this part of the South Costa Blanca in Spain from the Holiday Weather website by clicking here.

Looking for holiday ideas and travel inspiration? Find out more about our favourite recommended things to do on the Orihuela Costa or join the La Zenia community Facebook group and find out what's going on in the local area.

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It's a question we're often asked, so we've compiled the latest data from the leading online weather websites to bring you an overview of what you can expect if you're living in La Zenia, or planning a visit during the cooler winter months.

Typically, February is the driest winter month on the Orihuela Costa – only the summer months of June, July and August trump February when it comes to avoiding the need to reach for an umbrella, with an average of just 2 days experiencing some rain.

There's more good news when it comes to sunshine too, with an average median of 7 hours of warm sunny weather per day. And don't forget, an average daytime air temperature of 17°c can seem positively tropical, as direct sunlight can add an additional 9°c on top making the “real feel” exceed a very pleasant 25°c.

You will need a jacket or a light coat during the early evenings, but daytime walks along some of the Orihuela Costa's finest beaches should definitely be on your to-do list for the month, and they're a peaceful way to enjoy some of the best views our area has to offer.

Even at the beginning of February, the sun rises around 08:00 and it does not set until around 18:30 (CET), meaning that the average Spanish day is a good hour longer than at more distant northern latitudes.

Average weather and temperatures for La Zenia in February

Spanish winters are thankfully short and mild, and summer is never too far away. Meantime, let's hope we can look forward to another beautiful month on the Orihuela Costa.

You can find the full weather forecast and average weather data for this part of the South Costa Blanca in Spain from the Holiday Weather website by clicking here.

Looking for holiday ideas and travel inspiration? Find out more about our favourite recommended things to do on the Orihuela Costa or join the La Zenia community Facebook group and find out what's going on in the local area.

Photo credit: LaZenia.com

Thousands of flamingos migrate from the mudflats of Africa each year, to feed on the brine shrimp in Torrevieja's two saltwater lagoons.

Storm Gloria in January and subsequent heavy downfalls of rain in April and May have introduced far more freshwater into the lagoons than would usually be expected at this time of year.

The additional freshwater has contributed to a lowered level of salinity creating perfect conditions for a reproductive explosion in the brine shrimp that populate the waters.

As luck would have it, flamingos just love brine shrimp, and the increase in shrimp population has turned Torrevieja's salt lakes into a veritable all-you-can-eat buffet for the pink-hued birds.

Torrevieja relies on its salt lakes and people have been collecting the mineral from the waters for centuries, but the recent CoVid-19 pandemic and the lockdown that accompanied it has brought commercial activity in the lagoons to a standstill.

Flamingos are notoriously selective about their reproduction habits, and the subsequent tranquillity of the past few months and the low accessibility of the area have been a boon for the flamingos.

“It must be remembered that flamingos are a species with very precise requirements for their reproduction, among which a minimum number of birds forming part of the colony, the need for absolute tranquillity and the maintenance of water levels are paramount”, explained the Ministry of the Environment.

Record numbers of flamingos arrive at Torrevieja´s salt lakes

Flamingo pairs lay a single egg and are especially delicate when it comes to raising their young – undeniably cute mottled grey-feathered chicks that mark a stark contrast to their colourful parents.

More than 1,500 breeding pairs of flamingos have already been observed, and for the first time since 1983, the birds have nested in the wetlands and established nurseries, resulting in the sighting of at least 600 baby flamingos.

The nests have been created in a central area away from the water's edge, on islands created by the additional incoming rainwater that protect against natural predators such as indigenous wild foxes.

Flamingo pairs started arriving in March, and the annual number of visiting birds already far exceeds historical records for the entire Valencian Community.

Nest building began in May, and a discreet surveillance plan was established by the local environmental authorities to provide the flamingos with the isolation they require so that the incubation process would stand the best chance of success.

A lack of environmental noise from grounded air traffic is also thought to have contributed to the perfect breeding conditions, and Torrevieja's flamingo population is expected to increase further once all clutches of eggs have finished hatching.

Although flamingos can be observed throughout the year in the wetlands of southern Alicante, their successful reproduction has only been observed on rare occasions, such as in Santa Pola in 1973, 1975 and 2002, and in El Hondo in 1997 and 1998.

But today, it's possible to witness the beautiful sight of numerous young flamingo families in Torrevieja's natural park, with adult flamingos continuing to enjoy their daily shrimp, and chicks being fed by their parents.

Looking for holiday ideas and travel inspiration? Find out more about our favourite recommended things to do on the Orihuela Costa or join the La Zenia community Facebook group and find out what's going on in the local area.

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