The State Meteorological Agency (AEMET) has released its latest weather forecast for this Monday, a public holiday in Tenerife, predicting cloudy skies and occasional light rain showers, particularly in northern areas of the island. The agency has also detailed the expected weather conditions across the rest of the Canary Islands.
Weather Conditions at Sea
- Winds from the northeast will blow at force 4 or 5, locally increasing to force 6 offshore along the northwest and southeast coasts.
- Swells will intensify, reaching heavy swell conditions in exposed areas.
- A northwest sea swell of 1 to 2 metres will increase to 2 to 3 metres by dawn, making maritime activities more challenging.
Detailed Weather Forecast for Tenerife
- Sky Conditions:
- Northern areas will remain mostly cloudy, with light and occasional rain, which may become moderate in the northeast midlands during the early hours.
- By midday, rainfall is expected to subside, with clear spells emerging.
- Elsewhere on the island, cloudy intervals will dominate, with increased cloud cover during midday except in high-altitude areas.
- Temperature:
- No significant changes expected, though maximum temperatures in central peaks may rise slightly.
- Wind:
- Moderate trade winds will persist, with strong gusts on the southeast and northwest slopes, as well as in the central peaks.
Expected temperatures in Santa Cruz de Tenerife:
Minimum: 17°C | Maximum: 22°C
Forecast for the Rest of the Canary Islands
La Palma
- Weather:
- Cloudy skies in the north and east, with light rain that may be moderate in the midlands of the northeast.
- From midday, rainfall will subside, giving way to clear spells.
- Other areas will experience cloudy intervals, particularly during midday, except in high-altitude regions.
- Wind:
- Moderate trade winds with strong gusts on the northwestern slopes and southern tip.
- El Paso area may experience very strong gusts at dawn.
Expected temperatures in Santa Cruz de La Palma:
Minimum: 16°C | Maximum: 21°C
La Gomera
- Weather:
- Cloudy skies in the north, with light rain, possibly moderate in the midlands early in the day.
- Rainfall will ease by midday, followed by clearer skies.
- Other areas will have cloudy intervals, clearing in the afternoon.
- Wind:
- Moderate trade winds with strong gusts on eastern and northwestern slopes.
- Summits may experience occasional very strong gusts at dawn.
🌡 Expected temperatures in San Sebastián de La Gomera:
Minimum: 17°C | Maximum: 22°C
El Hierro
- Weather:
- Cloudy skies in the north, with light rain and occasional showers, especially in midland areas.
- By afternoon, rain will subside, with clear skies developing.
- Other areas will see cloudy intervals, clearing towards the evening.
- Wind:
- Moderate trade winds with strong gusts on the southeast and northwest slopes.
Expected temperatures in Valverde:
Minimum: 13°C | Maximum: 17°C
Gran Canaria
- Weather:
- Cloudy skies in the north, with light rain, possibly moderate in the midlands early in the day.
- Rain will diminish by midday, giving way to clearer skies.
- Elsewhere on the island, cloudy intervals, with scattered clouds in the afternoon.
- Wind:
- Moderate trade winds with strong gusts on the southeast and northwest slopes.
- Exposed summits may experience very strong gusts at dawn.
Expected temperatures in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria:
Minimum: 17°C | Maximum: 21°C
Fuerteventura
- Weather:
- Cloudy intervals, with predominantly cloudy skies in the early hours.
- Low probability of light, occasional, and scattered rain.
- By afternoon, cloudy skies will persist.
- Wind:
- Moderate trade winds, with strong gusts south of Jandía during midday.
Expected temperatures in Puerto del Rosario:
Minimum: 16°C | Maximum: 21°C
Lanzarote
- Weather:
- Cloudy intervals, with predominantly cloudy skies in the early hours.
- Low probability of light and occasional rain.
- By afternoon, mostly cloudy skies will continue.
- Wind:
- Moderate trade winds, with strong gusts inland during the afternoon.
Expected temperatures in Arrecife:
Minimum: 15°C | Maximum: 22°C
Summary of Key Weather Conditions
- Cloudy conditions and light rain expected across most islands, with stronger winds on exposed slopes.
- Maritime conditions will worsen, with stronger winds at sea and increasing swells overnight.
- Temperatures remain stable, with slight increases in higher-altitude areas.
Residents and visitors are advised to stay updated with AEMET reports, especially those engaging in outdoor or maritime activities.
