The Canary Islands remain under a pre-alert as the State Meteorological Agency (AEMET) forecasts increasing cloud cover, scattered showers, and possible heavy rain in certain areas this Wednesday. Temperatures will see little variation, but light frosts are expected at high altitudes in Tenerife and La Palma.
Weather Overview
- Rainfall: Scattered and occasional showers are expected throughout the day, becoming locally heavy in the eastern slopes of the central islands during the afternoon and in Lanzarote by evening.
- Temperatures: Little change, with a slight increase in maximum temperatures in some regions.
- Snowfall: Light frosts are predicted at high altitudes in Tenerife and La Palma, where snowfall could occur above 1,800 metres.
- Wind: Predominantly from the north, shifting to the west in the easternmost islands from midday.
- Sea Conditions: Northerly winds at force 3 to 5, occasionally reaching force 6, with a northern swell producing waves of 1 to 2 metres.
Government Extends Pre-Alert for Rain and Snow
The Directorate General for Emergencies of the Canary Islands Government has extended the pre-alert for rainfall across all islands due to evolving weather conditions. The most intense rainfall is expected in:
- The northern regions of the mountainous islands.
- The eastern slopes of Lanzarote and Fuerteventura, where precipitation will peak during midday.
Additionally, the pre-alert for snowfall remains in place for Tenerife and La Palma, with potential snow accumulation above 1,800 metres.
Island-Specific Forecasts
Tenerife
- Weather: Cloudy intervals, increasing in the north from midday. Scattered showers in the afternoon, mainly on the northern and eastern slopes, with a possibility of heavier rain.
- Snow/Frost: Light frosts on the summits.
- Wind: Light from the north, strengthening and turning north-westerly during the morning, with occasional strong gusts on the western slopes.
- Temperatures: Santa Cruz de Tenerife 15°C – 21°C.
La Palma
- Weather: Cloudy intervals, more pronounced in the north. Scattered showers during the day.
- Snow/Frost: Light frost expected at higher elevations.
- Wind: Light from the north, increasing and shifting to the northwest in the morning.
- Temperatures: Santa Cruz de La Palma 15°C – 19°C.
La Gomera
- Weather: Predominantly cloudy, especially in the north, with a chance of weak, scattered showers.
- Wind: North to north-westerly by the evening, stronger on the eastern and north-western slopes.
- Temperatures: San Sebastián de La Gomera 15°C – 21°C.
El Hierro
- Weather: Cloudy intervals, tending to overcast in the north. Chance of occasional afternoon showers.
- Wind: Light north to north-westerly, stronger on summits and in the extreme north-east and north-west.
- Temperatures: Valverde 10°C – 14°C.
Gran Canaria
- Weather: Cloudy intervals, increasing in the afternoon. Low probability of scattered showers, but heavier rain may occur on the eastern slopes.
- Wind: Light from the west.
- Temperatures: Las Palmas de Gran Canaria 15°C – 20°C.
Fuerteventura
- Weather: Mostly clear skies in the morning, becoming cloudier in the afternoon with occasional showers.
- Wind: Light north-westerly, increasing and shifting to westerly during the day.
- Temperatures: Puerto del Rosario 14°C – 22°C.
Lanzarote
- Weather: Partly cloudy in the morning, turning cloudy in the afternoon, with a chance of occasional showers and possible heavy rain in the evening.
- Wind: Light north-westerly, becoming westerly from midday onwards.
- Temperatures: Arrecife 15°C – 21°C.
Weather Outlook for the Coming Days
The AEMET forecasts continued unstable weather across the Canary Islands in the coming days, with precipitation persisting across the archipelago. Authorities urge residents and visitors to stay informed and take necessary precautions.
