The Canary Islands are poised for another hot day on Friday, with temperatures remaining relatively unchanged, possibly soaring to 34 degrees, particularly in the eastern province. Additionally, the western islands can expect high altitude haze, as forecasted by the State Meteorological Agency (Aemet).
Out at sea, northeasterly winds ranging from force 3 to 5 are anticipated, gradually easing in the early morning hours. Waves will be characterized by swell or light swell in western waters, swell or heavy swell in the Agaete channel, and rough or light swell in the eastern islands. Furthermore, southerly waves reaching 1 meter in height are expected.
Specifically, the weather forecast by island for this Friday is as follows:
LANZAROTE: The day will be partly cloudy or clear, with intermittent low cloud cover during early and late hours in the north and west. High altitude calima will be present. Temperatures will remain mostly stable, experiencing minor rises in maximum temperatures for inland areas, potentially reaching 34°C in southern inland regions. Wind will be generally light from the northwest, becoming more pronounced on the eastern slope during the first half of the day and in the late hours.
FUERTEVENTURA: Expect partly cloudy or clear skies, with occasional low cloud patches during early and late hours in the western parts. High altitude calima will be noticeable. Temperatures are unlikely to vary significantly, but slight increases can be anticipated in inland zones, possibly reaching 34°C in certain southern inland areas. Wind conditions will be mostly light, prevailing from the northwest, with slightly stronger winds inland and in the southeast of Jandía during the late hours.
GRAN CANARIA: The day will bring a mix of light cloud cover and clear skies, with intervals of low clouds during early and late hours in low-lying areas in the north. Some intervals of medium and high cloudiness are anticipated, particularly in the afternoon. High altitude calima will also be present. Temperatures will remain relatively stable, with slight drops on the southeast coasts. Summit and midland areas facing south and west could experience maximum temperatures of around 34°C. The north wind will be generally gentle, though it will be stronger in the west and east during the afternoon. Coastal areas will experience predominantly breezy conditions.
TENERIFE: Anticipate partly cloudy or clear skies, with intermittent medium and high cloud cover, along with some low clouds during early and late hours in low areas in the north. During the afternoon, there might be instances of evolving cloud formations in the interior, accompanied by light rain and occasional showers. High altitude calima will also be present. Temperatures are expected to stay relatively stable, with slight drops on the southeast coasts. Maximum temperatures could reach 34°C in midlands facing south and west, and 32°C in the southern metropolitan area. The north wind will be light in general, with breezes prevailing along the coasts. Light southerly winds will be experienced on central summits.
LA GOMERA: The day will bring partly cloudy or clear skies, along with intermittent medium and high cloud cover, and occasional low clouds during early and late hours in low areas in the north. High altitude calima will be present. Temperatures will mostly stay consistent, with slight decreases on the southeast coasts. Inland regions in the south might experience maximum temperatures of around 34°C. The north wind will be generally gentle, but stronger in the west and east during the afternoon. Coastal areas will experience predominantly breezy conditions.
LA PALMA: Expect partly cloudy or clear skies, intervals of medium and high cloud cover, and occasional low clouds during early and late hours in low areas in the north and east. In the afternoon, there could be instances of evolving cloud formations in high areas, with potential for weak and occasional rain. High altitude calima will also be present. Temperatures will remain relatively steady, with local maximums around 32°C in midlands. The north wind will be generally gentle, but stronger in the northwest and southeast. Coastal areas will experience predominantly breezy conditions.
EL HIERRO: The day will bring partly cloudy or clear skies, along with intermittent medium and high cloud cover, and occasional low clouds during early and late hours in low areas in the north. High altitude calima will be present. Temperatures will remain relatively consistent, with maximums of around 32°C possible in inland areas in the south. The north wind will be generally gentle, but stronger in the northwest and northeast extremes. Coastal areas will experience predominantly breezy conditions.
