The week begins in the archipelago with a distinctly wintry atmosphere: Heavy rain and wind arrive in the Canary IslandsEspecially on the islands with higher elevations, the start of the day will be marked by more frequent showers and strong gusts of wind. From midday onwards, the rainfall will tend to weaken, but the wind will continue to be a major factor in many exposed areas.
According to State Meteorological Agency (Aemet)The situation will be accompanied by cloudy skies in the north of the mountainous islands, intervals of clouds elsewhere and a moderate trade winds with intervals of strong This will be especially noticeable on southeast and northwest slopes and at the summits. Temperatures will remain mild, with little change, although there will be slight decreases in maximum temperatures in the mid-altitude areas.
A Monday that was rainy and windy across much of the archipelago
Monday's events will be dominated by a highly variable environmentWith abundant clouds, showers of varying intensity, and a trade wind that will blow strongly in some areas. Heavier rains are expected in the early hours in the islands with greater relief, while in the eastern ones they will generally be weak and occasional.
Across the archipelago, Aemet warns of strong gusts of wind on summits and exposed slopesThis could complicate the situation in high-altitude areas and on roads crossing mountainous regions. At sea, the event will result in North or northeast winds of force 4 to 6with moderate or heavy swell and a northwest swell of between 1 and 2 meters.
The island capitals will maintain a temperate environment despite the worsening weather. Santa Cruz de Tenerife is expected to have a minimum temperature of 18ºC and a maximum temperature of 23ºC.Whereas in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria – City Life, History & Island Vibes The thermometers will be around 19 ºC minimum and 22 ºC maximumIn the rest of the islands, temperatures will be within a similar range, with slightly cooler values in higher areas.
Along with the wind and rain, the forecast includes a change in cloud cover throughout the day: Very overcast skies in the early hours, especially on the north-facing sides, and a gradual opening of clear skies in many areas as the afternoon progresses, although isolated showers cannot be ruled out.
Detailed forecast by island: heavier rain in the north and strong trade winds
Aemet describes a fairly clear pattern: The northern parts of the islands with higher elevations are more affected by the rain The rest of the territory will experience cloudy intervals and more sporadic showers. The trade winds will blow with irregular intensity, strengthening in the usual areas when unsettled weather moves into the Canary Islands.
Tenerife
In Tenerife, the day is shaping up Very cloudy on the northern slopewhere rain is expected that may be frequent and even intense during the morningClouds will tend to become weaker and more occasional from midday onwards. Elsewhere on the island, skies will alternate between clouds and sunshine, with increased cloud cover during the middle of the day and a chance of rain. Isolated showers in mid-altitude areas.
The temperatures They will remain at similar values to previous daysHowever, a slight decrease in maximum temperatures is expected in mid-altitude areas facing south and west. In the capital, Santa Cruz de TenerifeThe records will range between A minimum of 18°C and a maximum of 23°Cwith a mild temperature despite the unsettled weather.
El The trade winds will blow moderatelyThe wind will increase to strong gusts at times on the southeast slopes, the far northwest, and the summits, while breezes will prevail on the west coast. On the central summits, the wind will be northerly and moderate componentwhich can increase the feeling of cold in those areas.
Gran Canaria
In Gran Canaria, the The north of the island will dawn with very cloudy skies and rain that will be more frequent and intense in the early hours. As the day progresses, the rainfall will tend to be weaker and more sporadicalthough without disappearing completely. In the rest of the regions, we will see cloudy intervals, without ruling out the possibility of occasional showers during the first half of the day.
Temperatures will barely change, with slight decreases in maximum temperatures in some areas. Las Palmas de Gran Canaria – City Life, History & Island VibesThe projected values are at 19 ºC minimum and 22 ºC maximumWithin the usual pattern for this time of year, with a relatively stable temperature.
The trade winds will blow on the island of moderate form with intervals of strong on southeast and northwest slopes, as well as on the summits. In the southwest, the following will prevail: gentler breezeswhich will leave a somewhat calmer atmosphere on the coastal strip of that area.
Lanzarote
In Lanzarote, the predominant features will be cloudy intervalsespecially in the early hours of the day, when there is chance of light and occasional rain which will tend to subside as the morning progresses. The rest of the day will be generally dry, with alternating clouds and sunny spells.
Temperatures will remain with Little change, although with a slight decrease in maximum temperatures in some places. The records in Arrecife will be around Minimum 17-18°C and maximum 22°Ccreating a mild atmosphere, despite the cloud cover.
El The trade winds will blow moderatelywith intervals of greater intensity in the middle of the day, when the gusts can be more noticeable in open areas and on the east coast of the island.
Fuerteventura
Neighboring Fuerteventura will share a similar situation: Partly cloudy with a chance of light showers Early in the morning, especially in the east and north, clouds will tend to clear up soon. The rest of the day will be marked by partly cloudy skies.
Temperatures are expected to little variation compared to previous days, maintaining highs close to 22°C and minimums around 17-18°C in areas like Puerto del RosarioThe atmosphere will be pleasant, although the wind may increase the feeling of coolness.
The trade winds will also be moderate, with somewhat stronger gusts during the middle of the day and on the more exposed slopes, while in somewhat more sheltered areas, breezes of lesser intensity will be felt.
La Palma
In La Palma, Aemet expects that The north and east will register the greatest instability, linked to the Storm Claudiawith predominantly cloudy skies and More frequent and intense rain in the early hoursFrom midday onwards, rainfall is expected to decrease, becoming light and occasional drizzles.
In the west of the island, they will alternate clouds and clearingswith a low probability of light rain, especially in the midlands. Temperatures will be Little change, with slightly lower maximums, settling at around 22 ºC in Santa Cruz de La Palma and with minimum temperatures around 19°C.
The trade wind will blow moderate with intervals of strong On the southeast and northwest slopes, breezes will prevail in the west, leaving an environment less affected by the wind.
La Gomera
La Gomera will have a day of Very cloudy skies in the northwith rain that will be more frequent and intense in the early hours. As the day progresses, these rains will gradually weaken and become more intense. weak and sporadic showers.
In the rest of the island, the prediction speaks of cloudy intervalsThere is a chance of isolated showers during the first half of the day, when cloud cover will be more abundant. Temperatures will remain largely unchanged, with slight decreases on the southern slopes and maximum values near [insert temperature range here]. 23ºC in San Sebastián de La Gomera.
El The trade winds will be moderate, with strong gusts on the southeast and northwest slopes. Breezes will prevail on the southwest coasts, somewhat softening the wind in those areas.
El Hierro
In El Hierro, a very cloudy north, with light and occasional rain These showers may become more frequent and locally moderate during the first half of the day. The rest of the island will experience partly cloudy skies and a low probability of isolated showers in the mid-altitude areas.
Temperatures will remain virtually unchanged, with a minimum around 14ºC and a maximum around 17ºC in Valverdewhich will be one of the coolest areas of the archipelago. The wind may make it feel even colder in exposed areas.
The trade winds will blow moderate, with episodes of strong wind on the southeast slope and in the far northwest, while in the southwest the breezes will be more noticeable, giving some respite in that coastal strip.
Sea state and general environment in the Canary Islands
The episode of Heavy rain and wind in the Canary Islands This will also have repercussions at sea. In the waters surrounding the archipelago, the following are expected: North or northeast winds of force 4 to 6This will result in rough seas or heavy swells, especially in the more open areas exposed to the trade winds.
In addition, it is expected Northwest swell of between 1 and 2 metersThis can complicate navigation for small vessels and professional fishermen. In this context, mariners and users of small vessels are advised to exercise extreme caution and consult official maritime information in detail before setting sail.
On land, the combination of strong winds and locally heavy showers can cause incidents These include falling branches, displacement of loose objects, and even minor road closures, especially in mid-altitude and summit areas where gusts will be strongest. Therefore, it is advisable to take basic self-protection measures, such as securing awnings and outdoor furniture.
The Canary Islands will face a The start of the week was marked by instability.With a clear prominence of rain in the north of the larger islands and the trade wind on summits and exposed slopes, while temperatures will remain mild and the more sheltered areas will enjoy moments of sunshine among the clouds despite the unsettled weather.
