Weather for the start of January in the Canary Islands


  • 02-01-2025
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Weather for the start of January in the Canary Islands

The Canary Islands are set to start January with stable weather conditions typical of the time of year. As 2025 gets underway, residents and visitors can expect cool temperatures, some scattered showers, and moderate winds.

The good news is that despite southeast winds, there is no forecast of calima, the dust-laden haze from the Sahara, to mar the start of the year.

According to the State Meteorological Agency (AEMET), the islands will experience a mix of clouds and occasional rain showers, particularly in Lanzarote and Fuerteventura, as well as in the more mountainous islands such as Tenerife and Gran Canaria. Here's the detailed forecast:

Thursday, January 2nd

  • Weather: Predominantly cloudy in the mountainous islands, with a low chance of scattered, light rain in inland areas during the afternoon. Lanzarote and Fuerteventura will see cloudy intervals.
  • Temperatures: Stable overall, with slight increases in minimum temperatures in the western islands. Santa Cruz de Tenerife will range from 16°C to 22°C, and Las Palmas de Gran Canaria from 16°C to 21°C.
  • Winds: Light easterly winds in the eastern islands, with moderate southeast winds in the western province.

Friday, January 3rd

  • Weather: Partly cloudy skies will dominate in the eastern islands, with more sunshine expected compared to earlier days.
  • Temperatures: Slight increases are anticipated, with Santa Cruz de Tenerife experiencing temperatures from 16°C to 22°C and Las Palmas de Gran Canaria ranging between 17°C and 23°C.
  • Winds: Southeast winds will persist, intensifying during the middle of the day.

The absence of calima and the relatively mild weather conditions offer an opportunity for residents and tourists alike to enjoy the start of 2025 across the Canary Islands. While there may be some rain in select areas, the overall forecast points to a pleasant and manageable beginning to the new year.

Weather for the start of January in the Canary Islands

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