The State Meteorological Agency (Aemet) has provided an early forecast for New Year’s Eve (31 December) and New Year’s Day (1 January) across the Canary Islands. The weather will vary depending on the island, featuring cloudy intervals, stable temperatures, and light winds primarily from the east and northeast.
New Year’s Eve Weather – 31st December
The last day of the year will be characterised by cloudy intervals, with more persistent cloud cover expected in the eastern regions of the mountainous islands during the early hours. Temperatures will remain mild, while winds will vary slightly across the archipelago.
General Conditions:
- Temperatures:
- Minimum: 13–17°C
- Maximum: 17–23°C
- Winds:
- Light winds from the east, becoming stronger on the northern and southern slopes of the larger islands.
- Breezes will dominate in Lanzarote and Fuerteventura.
Island-Specific Forecast:
- Tenerife:
Skies will be fairly clear, with cloudy intervals in the northeast and east in the morning. In the afternoon, clouds will increase in the south and west.- Temperatures: Low of 16°C, high of 21°C.
- Notable Conditions: Possible light frosts in the Cañadas del Teide.
- La Gomera:
Mostly high clouds, with morning cloud intervals in the north and some cloud development in the afternoon.- Temperatures: Low of 17°C, high of 22°C.
- La Palma:
High clouds with low clouds in the eastern areas during the morning and increasing clouds in the west by the afternoon.- Temperatures: Low of 14°C, high of 20°C.
- El Hierro:
High clouds with some morning cloud intervals in the east.- Temperatures: Low of 13°C, high of 17°C.
- Gran Canaria:
Low clouds in general, with some intervals in the northeast during the morning.- Temperatures: Low of 16°C, high of 21°C.
- Fuerteventura:
Predominantly partly cloudy, with morning cloud intervals in the east and more clouds in the west during the afternoon.- Temperatures: Low of 16°C, high of 20°C.
- Lanzarote:
Cloudy intervals in the northeast and east in the morning, becoming increasingly cloudy inland during the afternoon. Weak and isolated rain cannot be ruled out.- Temperatures: Low of 14°C, high of 21°C.
New Year’s Day Weather – 1st January
2025 will begin with partly cloudy skies in the morning, turning cloudier as the day progresses. Temperatures will remain similar to New Year’s Eve, with mild minimums and moderate maximums. Weak, scattered showers are likely on Lanzarote and Fuerteventura.
General Conditions:
- Temperatures:
- Minimum: 13–17°C
- Maximum: 17–23°C
- Winds:
- Winds will shift to the northeast or southeast in the western islands, becoming more intense on the northeast and southwest slopes.
Island-Specific Forecast:
- Tenerife:
High clouds dominate, with intervals of low clouds in the east and interior areas during the afternoon.- Temperatures: Low of 16°C, high of 22°C.
- La Gomera:
Mostly clear skies in the morning, with increasing cloud cover in the afternoon.- Temperatures: Minimum of 17°C, maximum of 23°C.
- La Palma:
Partly cloudy skies in the morning, becoming cloudier in the afternoon.- Temperatures: Minimum of 15°C, maximum of 21°C.
- El Hierro:
Clear skies early, with more clouds appearing by the afternoon.- Temperatures: Low of 13°C, high of 17°C.
- Gran Canaria:
Lightly cloudy in the morning, with increasing cloud cover as the day progresses.- Temperatures: Low of 16°C, high of 21°C.
- Fuerteventura:
Morning clouds clearing to partly cloudy skies later, with a chance of scattered showers.- Temperatures: Low of 14°C, high of 21°C.
- Lanzarote:
Cloud cover increasing towards the afternoon, with possible weak, scattered showers.- Temperatures: Minimum of 14°C, maximum of 20°C.
The Canary Islands will experience stable and mild weather to end 2024 and begin 2025. While most areas will enjoy calm conditions, occasional showers are possible on the easternmost islands. Breezes and light winds will prevail, with temperatures ranging from 13°C to 23°C, making for a pleasant transition into the new year.
