The State Meteorological Agency (AEMET) has issued an updated weather forecast for the Canary Islands for Monday, 31 March 2025, with cloudy skies and intermittent showers expected across various islands, particularly in the provinces of Santa Cruz de Tenerife and Las Palmas.
Province of Santa Cruz de Tenerife
During the first half of the day, cloudy skies will dominate the southern and western slopes of the islands in this province. As the day progresses, the cloudiness will shift towards the northeast and eastern slopes, becoming more prevalent in the second half of the day.
Rainfall
- Showers are likely in the areas mentioned, particularly during the early morning hours on the southern and western slopes, where locally heavy rain is possible.
- On La Palma and El Hierro, early morning showers are expected, with a possibility of heavy or even very heavy downpours at times, especially on western slopes, inland regions, and mountain peaks.
Temperatures
- Temperatures will remain largely stable, with a slight drop in maximum values.
- Tenerife: up to 24°C maximum
- El Hierro: as low as 12°C minimum
Wind Conditions
- Winds will be light to moderate from the southwest.
- Strong gusts are possible along the southeast and north coasts during the afternoon.
- Winds will shift to the northwest in the late evening.
- In the central mountain ranges, expect strong westerly winds.
Province of Las Palmas
According to AEMET, the southern and western slopes of Gran Canaria will experience cloudy skies during the first half of the day, with likely showers in the early morning hours.
Afternoon Conditions
- In the northeast of Gran Canaria, cloudiness may increase in the afternoon, bringing light rainfall, potentially in the form of scattered showers.
Lanzarote and Fuerteventura
- These islands will see intermittent cloud cover, becoming denser during midday.
- There is a low probability of rainfall in the second half of the day, and any precipitation will likely be light and isolated.
Temperatures
- Temperatures are expected to undergo minimal change.
- Gran Canaria: highs around 23°C
- Lanzarote and Fuerteventura: lows around 15°C
Wind Conditions
- Winds will be light to moderate from the southwest, gradually calming and shifting northwest by the end of the day.
Residents and travellers in the Canary Islands are advised to remain alert to potential changes in weather conditions, especially in elevated and coastal areas, where rain and wind may be more intense.
