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Temperature at Roque de los Muchachos rose 1.1 ºC in 20 years, twice as much as predicted by climate models
October 31, 2024
Gamma-ray GroupThe meteorological data recorded over the past two decades by sensors of the Roque de los Muchachos astronomical observatory facilities point to a rise of 1.1 ºC in the average temperature. The analysis shows more than double the increase predicted by climate models for the same area, and even more than expected for the next 20 years.
Researchers analyzed 20 years of weather data from the MAGIC telescopes at the CTAO-North site, revealing a 1.1ºC temperature rise—over double the rate predicted by climate models. IFAE researcher Oscar Blanch collaborated in the study, which highlights concerning climate trends impacting observatories worldwide. The findings emphasize the importance of monitoring climate changes at remote scientific facilities.
Detailed analysis of local climate at the CTAO-North site on La Palma from 20 yr of MAGIC weather station data , M. Gaug , A. Longo, S. Bianchi, L. Font, S. Almirante et al., Monthly Notices of the Royal Astronomical Society, Volume 534, Issue 3, November 2024, Pages 2344–2377
Open school
The MAGIC Collaboration held its 1st data-analysis open school
September 12, 2025
On the 8th and 9th of September, the MAGIC Collaboration held its 1st data-analysis school open to the public .