Generally clear skies are expected across the Canary Islands this Wednesday, with intervals of high clouds and calima, as per the weather forecast by the State Meteorological Agency (Aemet). Maximum temperatures are anticipated to rise slightly to moderately, while minimum temperatures will mostly remain unchanged. Light to moderate easterly winds will prevail, with stronger gusts likely on the western slopes of Lanzarote and Fuerteventura, gradually easing to light winds with variable directions later in the day.
At sea, easterly winds are expected to range from force 3 to 5, becoming north-easterly in the southern areas. Swell conditions are forecasted, particularly noticeable on the east and west coasts. Variable sea conditions are anticipated, with levels ranging from 1 to 3, and some areas may experience rough seas or swell due to the calima.
Weather forecast for each of the Canary Islands:
Lanzarote (Arrecife):
Generally clear conditions with intervals of high clouds and calima are expected. Maximum temperatures are forecasted to reach 23°C, with minimum temperatures at 16°C. A moderate easterly wind is anticipated, stronger on the western slopes, easing later in the day.
Fuerteventura (Puerto del Rosario):
Similar conditions to Lanzarote, with intervals of high clouds and calima. Maximum temperatures are predicted to rise slightly to moderately, reaching 24°C, with minimum temperatures at 17°C. Easterly winds will be moderate, more intense on the western slopes, gradually easing by the afternoon.
Gran Canaria (Las Palmas de Gran Canaria):
Generally clear conditions with intervals of high clouds and calima. Maximum temperatures are expected to slightly rise to moderately, reaching 25°C, while minimum temperatures remain stable. Winds from the southeast will be light to moderate, decreasing to light later in the day with variable directions.
Tenerife (Santa Cruz de Tenerife):
Generally clear conditions with intervals of high clouds, particularly in the first half of the day, accompanied by calima. Maximum temperatures are forecasted to slightly rise to moderately, reaching 27°C, with minimum temperatures mostly unchanged or slightly increasing in high peaks. Light to moderate easterly winds are expected on the coasts, shifting to southerly winds in the midlands and light winds from the west on high summits.
La Gomera (San Sebastian de la Gomera):
Generally clear conditions with intervals of high clouds and calima, particularly in the first half of the day. Maximum temperatures are expected to slightly decrease, reaching 23°C, while minimum temperatures remain relatively stable. Light winds from variable directions are anticipated, becoming south-easterly in the afternoon.
La Palma (Santa Cruz de la Palma):
Similar conditions to La Gomera, with generally clear skies and intervals of high clouds and calima. Maximum temperatures are forecasted to slightly rise, especially at higher altitudes, reaching 27°C, while minimum temperatures remain stable. Light to moderate easterly winds are expected, decreasing to light winds with variable directions later in the day.
El Hierro (Valverde):
Generally clear conditions with intervals of high clouds and calima, particularly in the first half of the day. Maximum temperatures are predicted to slightly rise, reaching 20°C, while minimum temperatures see little change. Light to moderate easterly winds are anticipated throughout the day.
