The State Meteorological Agency (AEMET) has issued a weather forecast for Tuesday, 27 May, warning of a day of cloud cover, strong winds, and temperature variation across the Canary Islands. While much of the archipelago will enjoy mostly clear skies, the northern slopes of the islands are expected to experience increased cloudiness, especially during the early morning and late evening hours.
General Outlook
According to AEMET, northeasterly winds will blow across the region with moderate strength, intensifying in the southeastern and northwestern slopes, where occasional very strong gusts may occur, particularly later in the day.
Temperatures will also fluctuate across the islands:
- Tenerife will register the highest maximum temperature at 26°C
- El Hierro will see the lowest minimum temperature at 14°C
- In Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, temperatures will range between 20°C and 24°C
Maritime Conditions
At sea, northeasterly winds of force 4 to 6 are forecast, occasionally weakening to force 3 near the northeast coasts. Rough to very rough seas are expected in the eastern islands and around Tenerife, accompanied by north or northeast swells of 1 to 2 metres. On the western coasts, variable winds of force 1 to 3 will prevail, with slightly choppy conditions.
Island-by-Island Forecast
Tenerife
The northeast will start the day with cloudy skies, which will gradually clear as the day progresses. The rest of the island will remain mostly clear or lightly cloudy, with intermittent cloud cover on the northern and southern coasts during the early hours. Temperatures will remain stable, with highs of 26°C in Santa Cruz and lows near 20°C. Expect moderate northeast winds, with strong gusts in the southeast, extreme northwest, and along the southeast façade of the metropolitan area, where locally very strong gusts are possible in the evening.
Gran Canaria
Cloud cover will dominate the northern part of the island in the early and late hours, while the rest will remain clear or lightly cloudy. In Las Palmas, temperatures will fluctuate between 20°C and 24°C. Moderate northeast winds will prevail, with strong gusts possible in the southeast and northwest regions.
Lanzarote and Fuerteventura
These islands will begin the day with cloudy skies, clearing gradually. Greater cloud cover is expected in the north and west during the early morning and late afternoon. Temperatures will remain steady:
- Arrecife: highs of 25°C, lows of 19°C
- Puerto del Rosario: highs of 26°C, lows of 19°C
Northern winds will blow with strong gusts, especially in interior areas of Lanzarote and on the southern slopes of the Jandía peninsula in the afternoon.
La Palma
More persistent cloudiness is expected in the north and east during the night, with clearing throughout the day. Elsewhere, skies will be mostly clear or slightly cloudy. In Santa Cruz de La Palma, temperatures will range from 19°C to 23°C, with moderate northeast winds and possible strong gusts in the southeast and northwest.
La Gomera
Northern areas will experience cloud cover overnight, which will clear during the day. The rest of the island will see clear or slightly cloudy skies. In San Sebastián de La Gomera, temperatures will sit between 19°C and 25°C. Northeasterly winds may become strong on the eastern and northwestern slopes.
El Hierro
Clouds will dominate the north during the night, with skies clearing as the day advances. The remainder of the island will remain partly cloudy. In Valverde, temperatures will range between 14°C and 18°C. Expect moderate northeast winds, with strong gusts likely on the southeast and extreme northwest slopes.
Safety Reminder: AEMET recommends residents and visitors stay informed via official channels and exercise caution, especially in areas exposed to strong wind gusts or rough sea conditions.
