The Spanish State Meteorological Agency (AEMET) has issued a yellow weather warning for several Canary Islands this Monday, 7 July, due to strong winds forecast to affect various parts of the archipelago. The islands under alert include Tenerife, Gran Canaria, La Palma, El Hierro, and La Gomera, where wind gusts may reach speeds of up to 80 km/h.
Wind Conditions and Affected Areas
The trade winds (alisios) are expected to blow with notable intensity, particularly across the northwestern and southeastern slopes of the affected islands, as well as the mid-altitude zones (medianías). In Tenerife, the southern slopes of Anaga and the metropolitan area will also be subject to strong gusts, particularly during the early morning hours.
Maritime Conditions and Coastal Warnings
AEMET has maintained its yellow warning for coastal phenomena in Tenerife and Gran Canaria, as well as in the maritime channels between Anaga and Agaete and between Jandía and La Isleta. Winds from the north or northeast could reach 50 to 61 km/h, producing rough to very rough seas. In the northern coastal areas, a northern ground swell is expected to bring waves of up to 3 metres in height.
Island-by-Island Forecast
Tenerife
- Sky: Cloudy in the north and northeast below 1,200–1,400 metres, with a low probability of light rain in mid-altitude areas during the early hours. Clearer skies elsewhere, although some cloud is expected in the south by evening.
- Temperature: Slight decrease expected in mid- and high-altitude areas. Maximum temperatures around 28°C in Santa Cruz de Tenerife.
- Wind: Strong in the southeast and western extremes, with very strong gusts in the Anaga massif and metropolitan area during the night.
Gran Canaria
- Sky: Cloudy in the north below 1,200–1,400 metres, with a chance of light, occasional rain in mid-altitudes during the night and early morning. Clear or mostly clear skies elsewhere.
- Temperature: Stable. In Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, values will range between 21°C and 23°C.
- Wind: Strong northeasterly winds on the southeastern slope and western tip, with very strong gusts early in the day.
La Palma
- Sky: Overcast in the north and northeast, with light rain expected in mid-altitudes overnight and in the afternoon. Clear skies will dominate elsewhere.
- Temperature: Slight decline in inland areas.
- Wind: Strong winds in the southeastern and northwestern corners, particularly intense during the morning hours.
El Hierro & La Gomera
- Sky: Cloudy in the north, clearing around midday. Clearer skies expected in the rest of the islands.
- Temperature: Largely unchanged.
- In Valverde (El Hierro), temperatures will range from 16°C to 21°C.
- In San Sebastián de La Gomera, from 21°C to 27°C.
- Wind: Very strong gusts expected during the early morning, easing gradually from midday onwards.
Lanzarote & Fuerteventura
- Sky: Predominantly cloudy overnight, with a slight chance of light rain in the north. Skies expected to clear gradually in the east during the day.
- Temperature: In Arrecife, temperatures will range from 21°C to 27°C; in Puerto del Rosario, from 21°C to 26°C.
- Wind: Moderate northeasterly winds, with stronger intervals in the southern parts, particularly in inland areas and in Jandía.
Monday’s weather across the Canary Islands will be defined by strong winds, particularly affecting elevated and exposed zones, as well as hazardous coastal conditions in several maritime corridors. Residents and visitors are advised to remain cautious, especially in affected areas, and to follow official guidance regarding outdoor activities and sea conditions.
