The State Meteorological Agency (Aemet) has forecasted calima for this Monday on the eastern Canary Islands, with potential significant impact in midland and summit areas, alongside a notable decline in maximum temperatures, particularly pronounced in Lanzarote and Fuerteventura.
Wind conditions are expected to include the possibility of locally intense gusts on the southeastern and western flanks of the more mountainous islands, accompanied by periods of cloudiness in the northern parts of the more elevated islands and in the north and west of Lanzarote and Fuerteventura.
Maritime conditions are predicted to be dominated by northern winds of varying strengths, ranging from light to moderate (force 1 to 4). However, some regions may experience a significant increase in wind strength, reaching between force 3 to 5, with potential isolated gusts of up to force 6 offshore.
The sea state will range from moderate to rough, possibly escalating to heavy in certain areas. A north-westerly swell is anticipated, with wave heights initially between 1 and 2 metres but potentially rising to up to 3 metres.
ISLAND-BY-ISLAND FORECAST FOR THIS MONDAY
TENERIFE: Northern regions below 900 to 1000 metres may experience intermittent cloudiness, with a higher likelihood of overcast conditions in the early and late hours, when light drizzle cannot be ruled out. Other areas might see partly cloudy to clear skies, with a low chance of light calima affecting midland and highland areas. There is a general decrease in temperatures expected in midland and summit regions, with a particularly noticeable drop in maximum temperatures on the northern slopes.
Coastal areas will see a slight temperature decrease. Winds from the north are expected to be moderate with strong bursts and a possibility of very strong local gusts particularly in the northwest and southern metropolitan areas. Coastal breezes are likely on the west coast, with strong southwesterly winds in central peaks diminishing throughout the day.
FORECAST MINIMUM AND MAXIMUM TEMPERATURES (°C):
Santa Cruz de Tenerife 18-23
LA GOMERA: Cloudy intervals predominate in the north below 900 to 1000 metres, particularly in the early and late hours. The remainder of the island should see partly cloudy to clear conditions. Minimal changes in minimum temperatures and a decrease in maximum temperatures are expected, particularly noticeable in the northern midlands. Northeast winds will be strong on southeast and northwest slopes, where very strong gusts are likely. Light winds of variable direction are forecast for the summits.
FORECAST MINIMUM AND MAXIMUM TEMPERATURES (°C):
San Sebastián de la Gomera 18-23
LA PALMA: In the northern and eastern regions, below 1200 to 1300 metres, expect cloudy intervals, with drizzle possible during the early morning. The rest of the areas are likely to be little cloudy or clear. There’s a general trend of temperature decrease in midland and summit areas, while temperatures on the coasts remain relatively stable. Moderate northeast winds are anticipated, with strong gusts and a possibility of very strong local gusts particularly in the southeast and northwest regions. West coast areas may experience breezes.
FORECAST MINIMUM AND MAXIMUM TEMPERATURES (°C):
Santa Cruz de la Palma 17-22
EL HIERRO: Northern areas, below 900 to 1000 metres, can expect cloudy intervals, with more clear skies during central hours. Elsewhere, conditions are likely to be partly cloudy or clear. Temperatures will remain steady at minimums while decreasing at maximums, with noticeable changes in the northern midlands. Northeastern winds are expected to be moderate, with strong periods and potential for very strong local gusts especially on the summits and southeast and northwest slopes.
FORECAST MINIMUM AND MAXIMUM TEMPERATURES (°C):
Valverde 12-18
GRAN CANARIA: In the northern parts, below 800 to 900 metres, there will be cloudy intervals, mainly in the early and late hours. Other regions should see partly cloudy to clear skies. The presence of calima is expected, significantly affecting midlands and high areas. A slight to moderate decrease in temperatures is anticipated, with a locally significant decline in the high temperatures in the northern midlands.
Moderate north winds are expected, with periods of strength and the chance of very strong gusts in low areas of the southeast and west in the afternoon. Light variable winds are forecast for the summits.
FORECAST MINIMUM AND MAXIMUM TEMPERATURES (°C):
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria 18-23
LANZAROTE: Expect cloudy intervals in the north and west, while other areas should be partly cloudy or clear. Calima will be more significant at higher altitudes. A decline in temperatures is forecasted, especially a noticeable drop in maximum temperatures in inland regions. Moderate north winds are anticipated, with strength on the southern and eastern slopes in the morning and late in the day, and potential for occasional very strong gusts.
FORECAST MINIMUM AND MAXIMUM TEMPERATURES (°C):
Arrecife 17-23
FUERTEVENTURA: Conditions will be slightly cloudy with cloudy skies predominating in the west during early and late hours. Expect calima conditions. A decline in temperatures is forecasted, especially a notable drop in maximum temperatures in inland regions. Moderate north winds are expected, with strong periods to the south of Jandía and inland areas in the morning and late hours, with occasional very strong gusts possible.
FORECAST MINIMUM AND MAXIMUM TEMPERATURES (°C):
Puerto del Rosario 18-22
