Warm and Sunny Wednesday in the Canary Islands
The Canary Islands will enjoy a warm and sunny Wednesday, with clear skies and a rise in temperatures. The State Meteorological Agency (Aemet) forecasts maximum temperatures reaching 30°C to 32°C in various areas, particularly in the southern and western parts of Gran Canaria.
A moderate north-easterly wind will influence the weather, potentially becoming strong in exposed areas, especially on the south-eastern and north-western slopes of the islands. Inland Lanzarote and Fuerteventura may also experience strong gusts, particularly at night.
Calima and Heat
Airborne dust is expected to give a hazy appearance across all the islands, mainly at higher altitudes. Despite the calima, sunshine will prevail. Low clouds may linger along the northern coasts during the morning and evening, but skies will clear by midday, offering sunnier conditions.
Gran Canaria is expected to be among the hottest areas, with temperatures nearing 32°C in southern valleys and western slopes. Other islands, including Tenerife and Fuerteventura, could see temperatures around 30°C, especially in mid-altitude regions.
The combination of high temperatures, dry air, and dust may heighten the heat sensation, particularly away from coastal areas.
Sea Conditions Worsening
Aemet warns of deteriorating sea conditions, with northerly winds strengthening to force seven along the south-eastern and western coasts, leading to heavy swells offshore. Northern coasts can expect light to moderate swells with heights up to two metres, while southern beaches will remain more sheltered with lighter breezes.
Island-by-Island Forecast
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Tenerife: Mostly sunny with some clouds in the north. Temperatures will approach 30°C in the metropolitan area and the south, with strong gusts likely later in the day.
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Gran Canaria: Clear skies apart from morning mist. Temperatures may exceed 32°C in the west and southern interior, with strong winds expected.
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Lanzarote: Generally clear with possible morning mist. Strong winds are anticipated inland, with temperatures reaching 30°C in the south.
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Fuerteventura: Clear skies and high temperatures, especially in Jandía. Temperatures may reach 30°C, accompanied by moderate to strong inland winds.
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La Palma: Sunny with light calima. Temperatures may reach 30°C in the west, with strong winds forecast in the north-west and south-east.
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La Gomera: Mostly clear skies, with some cloud in the north. Temperatures may approach 30°C, with very strong gusts possible in the evening.
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El Hierro: Sunny with airborne dust at higher altitudes. Temperatures may reach 30°C in the south, with strong gusts expected.
Overall, Wednesday’s weather across the Canary Islands will be marked by sunshine, calima at higher elevations, rising temperatures, and strong gusts in exposed areas. The highest temperatures are anticipated in the southern and western parts of Gran Canaria, while sea conditions may become challenging along exposed coasts.
