The State Meteorological Agency (AEMET) has issued a weather forecast for Wednesday in the Canary Islands, predicting mostly cloudy skies across the archipelago. The day will be marked by intermittent low clouds in the morning, becoming more consistently cloudy in the northern regions by evening. In the southern areas, cloud cover is expected to increase in the afternoon.
Temperature Outlook
- Slight Drop in Temperatures:
- Daytime highs will be slightly cooler than previous days.
- On Tenerife, temperatures will reach a maximum of 23 degrees Celsius, while El Hierro will experience minimums around 12 degrees Celsius.
- Regional Variations:
- The western slopes and northern midlands will see more noticeable drops in maximum temperatures.
- In Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, temperatures are forecasted to range between 22°C (maximum) and 17°C (minimum).
Wind Conditions
- Moderate Trade Winds:
- Moderate trade winds will prevail throughout the day, intensifying in low-lying eastern areas and the extreme northwest during the early hours.
- Breezes and Directional Changes:
- Breezes are expected along the west coast.
- On the summits, generally light northerly winds will dominate.
- On Lanzarote and Fuerteventura, moderate trade winds will strengthen on the southeast and northwest slopes, with breezes on the southwest coast. In the mountainous areas, light northerly winds will persist.
Island-Specific Forecasts
TENERIFE
- Cloud Cover:
- Mostly cloudy skies with intermittent low clouds during the morning.
- Cloudy conditions are expected to intensify in the north by evening, with occasional cloudy intervals in the south during the afternoon.
- Temperature:
- Maximum of 23°C in lower areas.
- Slight decrease in temperatures, particularly on the western slopes and northern midlands.
- Wind:
- Moderate winds, more intense in low-lying eastern areas and the extreme northwest during early hours.
- Light northerly winds on the summits and breezes along the west coast.
GRAN CANARIA
- Cloud Cover:
- Partly cloudy to clear skies, except for cloudy intervals in lower northern areas during the early morning and late evening hours.
- Temperature:
- In Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, temperatures will range from 22°C (maximum) to 17°C (minimum).
- Wind:
- Moderate trade winds prevailing throughout the day.
- Stronger winds are expected on the southeast and northwest slopes, with breezes on the southwest coast.
- Light northerly winds will persist in the mountainous regions.
LANZAROTE AND FUERTEVENTURA
- Cloud Cover:
- Few clouds throughout the day, tending to become cloudy in the north and east by evening.
- Temperature:
- Slight drop in temperatures, with more noticeable decreases in maximums on the western slopes and northern midlands.
- Wind:
- Moderate trade winds, stronger on the southeast and northwest slopes.
- Breezes expected on the southwest coast.
- In the mountain areas, light winds from the north will dominate.
Sea Conditions
- Moderate to strong trade winds are expected over the seas, leading to:
- Choppy seas on the northern coasts.
- Moderate swells on the eastern and southern shores.
- Maritime activities should proceed with caution due to unstable sea conditions.
Recommendations
- The Canary Islands will experience a cloudy Wednesday with intermittent low clouds and slight drops in temperatures.
- Moderate trade winds will be stronger in exposed areas, with breezes along the coastlines.
- Residents and visitors are advised to:
- Prepare for cooler temperatures, particularly in the midlands and northern regions.
- Exercise caution in coastal and mountainous areas due to gusty winds and choppy sea conditions.
