The State Meteorological Agency (Aemet) has issued today’s weather forecast for the Canary Islands, predicting a mix of cloudy intervals and the possibility of light showers in some areas. Temperatures will remain stable, but frost is expected on the summits of Mount Teide, with a noticeable range in temperatures across the islands.
General Weather Conditions
The day will feature cloudy intervals, with a low probability of weak, occasional showers on the northern slopes of the islands. As the day progresses, cloud cover will increase in inland areas and on western slopes, where scattered showers are also possible. Additionally, high clouds will appear from the morning onwards.
Temperatures
While temperatures will not change significantly, frost is expected at the higher elevations of Mount Teide.
- Tenerife: Maximum of 22°C.
- El Hierro: Minimum of 12°C.
Winds
- Light winds will blow from the north, shifting to an easterly direction in the morning.
- At higher elevations, winds will be light and variable, becoming stronger and turning southerly by the afternoon.
- Breezes will prevail along the northwest coasts.
Gran Canaria
- Morning: Cloudy intervals with a low chance of weak, occasional showers on the northern slopes.
- Midday: Increasing cloud cover in inland and western areas, with scattered showers possible.
- Afternoon: High cloudiness will develop, and low cloud cover will progressively decrease.
- Temperatures: A range of 22°C maximum to 17°C minimum.
- Winds: Light winds from the north in the morning, transitioning to easterly. Breezes will dominate along the western coastline.
Lanzarote and Fuerteventura
- Early Morning: Intervals of low cloudiness with a slight chance of weak, scattered showers.
- Afternoon: A reduction in low cloud cover is expected, with the appearance of high clouds.
- Temperatures: Few changes are forecast.
Winds:
- Light winds will blow from the north in the early hours, turning easterly as the day progresses.
Key Takeaways
- Frost is forecast at the summits of Mount Teide.
- Cloud cover will dominate most islands, with occasional showers possible, particularly on northern and western slopes.
- Temperatures will remain stable, ranging from 12°C to 22°C, depending on the location.
- Winds will shift throughout the day, with breezes on coastal areas and strengthening at higher altitudes in the afternoon.
Residents and visitors are advised to prepare for changing conditions, particularly at higher altitudes, and carry warm clothing if heading toward Mount Teide.
