The State Meteorological Agency (AEMET) has confirmed that the extreme heatwave gripping the Canary Islands will continue for several more days, with only a gradual easing expected from Wednesday, 13 August.
Monday’s Forecast
- Skies: Generally clear, with occasional cloudy intervals along the north coast.
- Haze (Calima): Saharan dust will continue to affect mainly high and mid-altitude areas, reducing visibility and worsening air quality.
- Temperatures:
- South & West: Up to 39ºC in many areas.
- Metropolitan Area: Around 37ºC.
- North-facing Midlands: Around 36ºC.
- Minimums: In midland areas, lows will be around 26ºC, making for another uncomfortable night.
- Island ranges: 35ºC max in Tenerife, down to 24ºC min in El Hierro.
Island-by-Island Outlook
Gran Canaria
- Mostly clear, with cloudy intervals on the north coast.
- Calima concentrated at high and mid-altitude areas.
- Interior south and the Tejeda basin could exceed 40ºC, with minimums around 27ºC.
- Las Palmas de Gran Canaria: 25–29ºC throughout the day.
Lanzarote & Fuerteventura
- Clear skies with cloudy patches along northern and western coasts.
- Calima reaching ground level, with high dust concentrations posing respiratory risks.
- Slight temperature drop in the north, but the southern interiors will still exceed 40ºC.
Winds
- Coasts: Moderate northwest winds, with strong gusts in the far northeast and west.
- Midlands & Highlands: Moderate southeast winds, easing to light and variable in the afternoon.
Heatwave Timeline
- The current heatwave began on 3 August and will last until at least Wednesday, 13 August.
- Red alerts remain in effect for Gran Canaria, Tenerife, Lanzarote, and Fuerteventura.
- Daytime highs will continue above 40ºC, and nighttime lows in some areas may not drop below 30ºC — a major health risk.
When Will Relief Come?
AEMET forecasts a gradual drop in temperatures starting Wednesday. While western Spain will notice the cooling more quickly, the Canary Islands will also benefit from a slow but steady decrease.
For island residents who have endured tropical nights and relentless daytime heat, this will be a welcome change — though caution will still be needed until normal temperatures return.
