The State Meteorological Agency (Aemet) has confirmed that the Canary Islands are in for a weekend of unsettled weather, with clouds and scattered showers set to make an appearance across several islands.
General Forecast
For today, skies will remain mostly cloudy in the north of the archipelago, with a low chance of light and occasional rain, particularly in the northeast midlands where showers may be more frequent. These will, however, tend to ease and become intermittent by midday.
Elsewhere, cloudy intervals are expected in the western areas and in the central peaks, while the rest of the islands will enjoy clearer skies.
Despite the rain, temperatures will remain largely stable, with highs of 29ºC in Tenerife and lows of 17ºC in El Hierro.
Forecast for the Province of Las Palmas
- Gran Canaria: Cloudy in the north with a low chance of showers in the midlands, clearing slightly as the day progresses. In the rest of the island, conditions will be mostly clear.
- Lanzarote and Fuerteventura: Cloudy intervals are likely in the early and late hours of the day, giving way to clearer skies by midday.
In Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, temperatures will range between 22ºC and 25ºC, showing little variation compared to previous days.
Winds
- The northeast trade winds will blow moderately across most of the islands.
- Strong gusts are possible in the southeast and northwest of Gran Canaria, as well as in exposed areas of Lanzarote and Fuerteventura.
- In mountainous regions, winds will remain lighter, with a predominance of a northern component.
Key Takeaway
Residents and visitors should prepare for a mix of sun, clouds, and occasional showers, particularly in the north-facing slopes and midlands. While umbrellas may be useful at times, the islands will continue to enjoy warm summer temperatures, a reminder of the Canary Islands’ unique weather contrasts.
