The Canary Islands face a thermal respite After several days of intense heat, daytime temperatures are set to drop across the archipelago, with the most noticeable decline in the midlands and southern slopes. Although the decline is noticeable, high maximum temperatures will continue to be recorded in some inland areas.
The arrival of the trade winds and atmospheric stabilization They are favoring a more bearable atmosphere, with generally clear skies and occasional low clouds on the northern coasts. Light haze will persist at altitude, more pronounced in the mid- and high-altitude areas, but with a tendency to gradually subside.
What to expect today
Temperatures drop together, more markedly in the highs of the south-facing midlands. However, several islands will exceed 30°C, and inland Gran Canaria, temperatures could reach or exceed 34°C. Lows will remain high in some areas, with tropical nights in the midlands of southern Gran Canaria reaching above 25°C.
In the capitals and island capitals, forecasts point to moderate figures: Las Palmas de Gran Canaria – City Life, History & Island Vibes will be around 23/26 ºC, Santa Cruz de Tenerife 23/30 ºC, Santa Cruz de La Palma 22/25 ºC, San Sebastian de La Gomera 23/27 ºC, Valverde (El Hierro) 19/24 ºC, Arrecife (Lanzarote) 22/29 ºC and Puerto del Rosario (Fuerteventura) 23/31 ºC.
Wind and sea state
Predominantly north and northeast winds across the archipelago, with strong winds, especially along the southeastern and northwestern coasts of the mountainous islands. At the peaks, the wind will be light from the west, with a slight increase in intensity toward the northwest of the archipelago.
Maritime conditions with some local deterioration: Northerly or northeasterly component of force 4-5, temporarily strengthening to force 6 in the southeast and west. There will be swells to strong swells in these areas, while in the north, light swells or rough swells will predominate with N-NE winds of 3-4. In the southwest, variable 1-3 and light swells. N-NW groundswells of 1-2 meters in the north and around 1 meter from the SW on the south coast.
Forecast by islands
Lanzarote
Clear weather with clouds in the west and light haze. Minimum temperatures will remain relatively unchanged, while maximum temperatures will drop, although they will still exceed 30°C in the southeast. Northerly winds, occasionally strong in the afternoon in the east. Arrecife: 22/29°C.
Fuerteventura
Mostly clear skies With cloudy intervals on the western slopes and light haze. Temperatures will generally drop slightly; inland they will still exceed 32°C. Northerly winds with strong intervals on the southern slopes of the Jandía mountain range. Puerto del Rosario: 23/31°C.
Gran Canaria
Predominantly clear skies, with intervals of low clouds in coastal strips of the north and light haze in mid- and high-altitude areas. Temperatures will be few changes in the north and will drop elsewhere, being more pronounced in the southern midlands, where temperatures could still exceed 34ºC. Northerly winds, with strong gusts on the southeast and northwest coasts; on peaks, light westerly winds. Las Palmas de Gran Canaria: 23/26ºC.
Tenerife
Stable and sunny weather, with cloudy intervals in low areas of the north and light haze in mid-mountains and peaks. Temperatures will show general decline, most noticeable in the south-, east-, and west-facing midlands, although temperatures may still exceed 30°C in these areas. Northeasterly winds with strong intervals in the far northwest and the southeast coast; westerly breezes. In central peaks, light westerly winds. Santa Cruz de Tenerife: 23/30°C.
La Gomera
Mostly clear day With low clouds in the north and light haze in high areas, which is tending to subside. Temperatures will drop, with sharper drops in the southern midlands, where temperatures may still exceed 30°C. Northeasterly winds with strong intervals on the northwest and east coasts, and southwesterly breezes; on peaks, light westerly winds. San Sebastián de La Gomera: 23/27°C.
La Palma
Stable environment with some clouds In the northeast, light haze at altitude will gradually subside. Temperatures will drop, especially highs in the midlands; they could still reach 30°C on the western slopes. Northeast winds with strong gusts on the northwest and southeast coasts; westerly breezes. In high areas, westerly winds. Santa Cruz de La Palma: 22/25°C.
El Hierro
Calm and sunny weather With some cloudy periods in the north and light haze in the mid-mountains and peaks, which will decrease. Temperatures will drop most noticeably in the southern mid-mountains, where temperatures will reach 30°C locally. Northeasterly winds with strong periods on the northwest and southeast coasts; on peaks, light westerly winds. Valverde: 19/24°C.
Notices and recommendations
The Canary Islands Government's warnings remain in place.Maximum alert for forest fire risk and maximum temperature warning for the highest-elevation islands, in addition to a pre-alert for haze across the archipelago. The alert will remain active for the duration of this event.
Self-protection tipsAvoid exertion during peak hours, hydrate frequently, use sunscreen, and keep doors and windows closed in the presence of airborne dust. Pay special attention to the elderly, children, and those with respiratory or chronic illnesses.
Fire prevention: Do not throw cigarette butts or matches, avoid fireworks and any activity involving fire in risk areas, keep the areas around homes and plots free of dry vegetation, observe restrictions in forest areas, and, in case of smoke or fire, call 112 immediately.
Next evolution
The AEMET predicts that thermal relief continue over the next few days, with maximum temperatures more in line with the dates. A slight increase of 1-2°C is expected over the weekend, without reaching the extremes of previous days thanks to the predominance of trade winds and the lower dust load at altitude. More about the evolution of the weather in Spain.
