The State Meteorological Agency (Aemet) confirms that the unstable weather affecting the archipelago in recent days will continue throughout Christmas Eve, with rain expected across several islands and stronger winds developing later in the day.
Cloudy skies and increasing rainfall
The day begins with cloudy intervals in the northern areas, where some brief sunny spells may appear around midday. Elsewhere in the archipelago, skies will remain lightly cloudy during the morning.
From midday onwards, however, the weather will worsen. Cloudy or overcast conditions will spread, especially across the north and west, bringing persistent light to moderate rainfall. In the remaining areas of the islands, rain will be weaker and less likely, according to Aemet.
Temperatures: little change expected
Temperatures will remain stable for the season, with values ranging from:
- 22°C maximum in Tenerife
- 12°C minimum in El Hierro
Winds strengthening throughout the day
North-westerly winds will blow at moderate intensity, but will strengthen noticeably as the afternoon progresses.
Aemet warns that strong gusts are expected in the northeast and southwest, particularly in higher-altitude areas, where very strong gusts may occur at times.
Forecast for the province of Las Palmas
Gran Canaria
- Morning: Cloudy intervals in the north with some clear spells around midday.
- Afternoon and evening: Skies will become cloudy or overcast, with light or locally moderate rain.
- The rest of the island will remain mostly slightly cloudy.
Lanzarote and Fuerteventura
- West: Predominantly cloudy.
- Rest of the islands: Cloudy intervals, becoming overcast during the night.
- Rain: Light or locally moderate showers expected mainly on the western slopes.
Temperatures will once again show little movement. In Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, they will range from 17°C to 22°C.
Winds from the northwest will start moderate, strengthening in the afternoon, with occasional strong gusts—particularly in the northeast, southwest, and elevated areas.
