The State Meteorological Agency (Aemet) has provided an updated weather forecast for Friday, 6 December 2024, indicating varying conditions across the Canary Islands. The region is expected to see predominantly cloudy skies, moderate to strong winds, and stable temperatures, with slight variations depending on the island and altitude. Here’s a detailed outlook:
General Conditions
- Cloud Cover: Cloudy skies will dominate, particularly on northern and eastern slopes during the first half of the day. The remainder of the islands will experience intervals of high clouds.
- Winds:
- Moderate to strong winds from the northeast will prevail in coastal areas, particularly on exposed coasts.
- Offshore in the south, winds may reach force 7, generating strong swells.
- Sea Conditions:
- Easterly or northeasterly winds of force 5–6, with localized episodes of force 7.
- Groundswell of 1–2 metres is expected from the north or northeast.
Island-Specific Forecasts
Lanzarote
- Skies: Mostly clear with intervals of high clouds and some low clouds in the early hours.
- Temperatures: Stable, with highs slightly increasing along the coasts.
- Range: 18°C to 24°C in Arrecife.
- Winds: Moderate northeasterly winds, strong in the west during the early morning, easing in the afternoon.
Fuerteventura
- Skies: High clouds throughout the day, with intervals of low clouds in the east and north at dawn.
- Temperatures: Minimal changes, slight rise in maximum temperatures and a decrease in inland minimums.
- Range: 17°C to 24°C in Puerto del Rosario.
- Winds: Moderate winds from the northeast, weakening by midday.
Gran Canaria
- Skies: Cloudy on eastern and northern slopes below 800–1000 metres during the morning. The rest of the island will see light cloud cover, with increasing medium and high clouds in the afternoon.
- Temperatures: Remain steady, with minimal variation.
- Winds:
- Moderate northeasterly winds, with strong intervals in the northwest and southeast.
- Light easterly winds on summits and midlands.
Tenerife
- Skies: Cloudy in the northeast, with intervals of high clouds across the island. Medium and high cloud coverage will increase in the afternoon.
- Temperatures: Stable, with slight increases on summits.
- Range: 20°C to 24°C in Santa Cruz de Tenerife.
- Winds:
- Moderate northeasterly winds, strong in southeastern slopes and the extreme northwest.
- Light easterly winds in higher altitudes.
La Gomera
- Skies: Mostly clear with high clouds, increasing to medium and high cloud intervals in the afternoon.
- Temperatures: Largely unchanged, with slight decreases in coastal highs.
- Range: 20°C to 24°C in San Sebastián de La Gomera.
- Winds: Light to moderate northeasterly winds, with strong intervals on the eastern slopes and northwest in the morning.
La Palma
- Skies: Cloudy in the north and east during the morning and late evening, with high clouds elsewhere. Medium and high cloud intervals will develop in the afternoon.
- Temperatures: Remain stable.
- Range: 18°C to 24°C in Santa Cruz de La Palma.
- Winds: Moderate easterly and northeasterly winds, with strong intervals in the northwest and southeast.
El Hierro
- Skies: Light cloud cover with high clouds, increasing to medium and high clouds in the afternoon.
- Temperatures: Minimal variation, with slight decreases in coastal highs.
- Range: 18°C to 24°C.
- Winds: Moderate northeasterly winds, with strong gusts on the northwest and southeast slopes.
The Canary Islands will experience a mix of cloudy and clear conditions, with light to strong winds across various regions. Northern and eastern slopes are more likely to see persistent cloud cover and moderate winds, while temperatures across the islands remain largely unchanged. Residents and visitors are advised to prepare for breezy conditions, particularly in exposed areas and summits.
