The State Meteorological Agency (Aemet) has issued a yellow alert for rain on Tenerife, La Palma, and Lanzarote, with expectations of heavy rainfall reaching up to 15 mm in one hour and up to 60 mm over 12 hours. In response, the Canary Islands Government has also declared a pre-alert status, advising caution across the affected regions.
The forecast calls for light to moderate rain initially, particularly over the western slopes of Santa Cruz de Tenerife province. However, as the day progresses, these rains are expected to intensify into locally heavy showers. In Tenerife and La Palma, the likelihood of more intense downpours increases, particularly in the north, east, and southeast of Tenerife and throughout La Palma. On La Palma, rainfall may exceed 15 mm within an hour, especially during the second half of the day.
Over in Lanzarote and Fuerteventura, there is a possibility of locally heavy storms, and occasional thunderstorms could develop in the northern areas, especially later in the evening. Rainfall accumulation in Tenerife and La Palma could reach up to 60 mm over 12 hours, with Lanzarote possibly experiencing up to 40 mm in some areas.
As the morning progresses, cloudy intervals will give way to overcast skies, especially on the islands with higher terrain. Temperatures are set to increase slightly, with inland areas experiencing a moderate rise. Maximum temperatures may reach 28 degrees Celsius, while the minimums hover around 21 degrees Celsius.
The wind will blow moderately from the west, strengthening in the northwest and southeast slopes by the afternoon. On the coast, the sea conditions will vary with north to northwest winds at force 2 to 4, easing to variable directions and increasing to south-westerly in the extreme northwest and southeast. Swells of 1 to 2 metres from the north to northwest are anticipated, becoming rougher later in the day.
Authorities encourage residents and visitors to follow self-protection measures advised by the General Directorate of Emergencies and to stay updated on any further weather alerts as conditions evolve.
