The Canary Islands are set to experience a day of light rain and unsettled coastal conditions today, Sunday, according to forecasts from the State Meteorological Agency, AEMET.
The northern regions of the islands will be most affected by rainfall, which is expected to taper off around midday, though occasional showers or even isolated storms may continue until midnight.
At sea, conditions will be rough. Northerly to northwesterly winds are forecast at force 4 or 5 on the Beaufort scale, strengthening locally to force 6 in the east and southwest during the afternoon.
Swells of around two metres are expected from the northwest, contributing to a state of rough or heavy sea.
Island-by-Island Forecast for Sunday, 13th April:
LANZAROTE:
Skies will be partly cloudy, especially over the northern and western slopes where cloud cover will be more persistent, bringing light to moderate rain until midday. Temperatures will remain steady. Winds will be moderate from the northwest, turning northerly later in the day.
Expected temperature range: 16°C (min), 23°C (max)
FUERTEVENTURA:
Similar conditions are expected, with cloudier skies over the northern and western areas and light to moderate rain possible in the morning. Temperatures will hold steady, with moderate northwesterly winds veering northerly in the afternoon.
Expected temperature range: 17°C (min), 23°C (max)
GRAN CANARIA:
Cloudy skies are expected in the north, with light rain likely in the morning and possible further showers into the evening. The rest of the island will see intermittent cloud, with the chance of isolated inland showers in the afternoon. Temperatures will show little change. Winds will be moderate from the northwest, shifting northwards after midday, with locally strong gusts on the eastern and western slopes.
Expected temperature range: 18°C (min), 24°C (max)
TENERIFE:
The north of the island will be cloudy with a likelihood of rain during the early hours and again at night. Elsewhere, cloudy intervals are forecast, with a chance of light rain inland during the afternoon. Minimum temperatures will remain stable, while highs are expected to rise slightly, particularly at higher elevations. Winds will be moderate from the north, with occasional strong gusts in the far west.
Expected temperature range: 17°C (min), 24°C (max)
Overall, Sunday will bring light but widespread rainfall to the archipelago, coupled with breezy and rough maritime conditions. Residents and visitors alike are advised to take caution if planning to venture out into the water.
