The State Meteorological Agency (AEMET) has released an updated weather forecast for the Canary Islands for Wednesday, 28 May, indicating a stable day overall, characterised by clear or partly cloudy skies and a consistent pattern of moderate winds. Some islands will experience localised cloud cover in the early and late hours, especially in the north and northeast, before clearer conditions set in during daylight hours.
General Conditions
- Sky: Expect intervals of low cloud in the north and northeast during nighttime and early morning, gradually giving way to widespread sunny conditions throughout the day.
- Temperatures: No significant changes are expected in temperatures. The highest daytime values will reach 26°C in Tenerife, while the lowest will dip to around 14°C in El Hierro. In Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, temperatures will range between 20°C and 24°C.
- Winds: Moderate north-easterly winds will be a defining feature, with strong gusts likely on the southeast and northwest slopes of the mountainous islands. Tenerife’s metropolitan southeast coast is also expected to see stronger wind activity, with a low probability of locally very strong gusts, especially towards the evening.
Maritime Conditions
- Wind at sea: Winds from the north and northeast will blow at force 4 to 6, leading to rough to very rough seas.
- Swell: Groundswells from the north or northeast are expected to reach 1 to 2 metres, mainly affecting northern coastal zones.
Island-by-Island Forecast
Tenerife:
Cloudy in the northeast during the night, clearing by midday. The rest of the island will be partly cloudy to clear, with early morning intervals along the north and south coasts.
Santa Cruz de Tenerife: 20°C min / 26°C max
Gran Canaria:
Northern areas will be cloudy overnight and early morning, clearing throughout the day. Mostly clear skies in the southern and central regions.
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria: 20°C / 24°C
Lanzarote:
Cloudy intervals in the north and west during early morning and late evening. The rest of the island will see nighttime cloud cover clearing during the day.
Arrecife: 19°C / 25°C
Fuerteventura:
Similar to Lanzarote with early and late cloud in the north and west, and sunny conditions elsewhere. Inland and southern areas, particularly in Jandía, may experience strong winds.
Puerto del Rosario: 19°C / 26°C
La Palma:
Cloud cover will dominate the north and east at night, clearing gradually. Elsewhere on the island, expect mostly clear skies.
Santa Cruz de La Palma: 19°C / 23°C
La Gomera:
The north will experience cloudy skies at night, giving way to clearer conditions during the day. Other parts of the island will remain mostly sunny.
San Sebastián de La Gomera: 19°C / 25°C
El Hierro:
Cloudy in the northern regions overnight, with clear skies developing during the day. Other areas will remain partly cloudy.
Valverde: 14°C / 18°C
The AEMET maintains its outlook for a calm day in terms of temperatures but continues to monitor strong wind conditions in exposed zones. Maritime conditions remain moderate to rough, especially around the northern coasts. Residents and visitors should remain cautious in areas prone to gusts and choppy seas.
