The State Meteorological Agency (Aemet) has issued yellow warnings for hazardous coastal conditions in the Canary Islands, with high waves expected from the early hours of Monday, 20 July. Tenerife and Gran Canaria, particularly their eastern, southern, and western coasts, will be most affected.
The warnings will take effect at midnight on Monday and last until 1 am on Tuesday, 21 July. During this time, dangerous conditions may arise along the coastline, especially on exposed beaches and rocky areas.
Warnings for adverse coastal phenomena are typical during summer in the Canary Islands, when trade winds intensify. However, authorities urge both residents and visitors to exercise caution, particularly in areas where sea conditions can suddenly change.
People should avoid swimming in risky areas, stay away from rocks and promenades, and refrain from water sports when conditions are unsafe. It’s essential to heed instructions from lifeguards and local emergency services.
Aemet forecasts wind speeds between 50 and 61 km/h, corresponding to force seven on the Beaufort scale, which creates rough sea conditions and larger waves on exposed coasts. The strongest gusts are expected offshore, particularly in the southeast of Gran Canaria.
Currently, other islands in the archipelago are not under active weather warnings for coastal phenomena, though Aemet may update conditions as they evolve. Beachgoers and swimmers on Tenerife and Gran Canaria should remain particularly vigilant due to the forecasted strong winds and high waves.
