The Canary Islands are forecast to experience a day of unsettled weather today, Saturday, with strong winds and occasional light rain expected in several areas of the archipelago.
According to the State Meteorological Agency (AEMET), the day will be marked by predominantly cloudy skies in the north of the mountainous islands, with intermittent local showers particularly likely in inland areas, whereas the south coasts should be clear and sunny.
Elsewhere in the archipelago, including Lanzarote and Fuerteventura, occasional scattered showers are also forecast, although they are expected to be light. These weather conditions will be accompanied by moderate winds from the northeast, increasing in strength throughout the day, particularly along the southeast and northwest slopes of the mountainous islands.
Stronger gusts may also affect the peaks and mid-altitude areas of southern La Gomera and Gran Canaria during the latter half of the day. While temperatures will remain largely stable, a moderate drop in maximum temperatures is anticipated in mid- and high-altitude regions.
Island-by-Island Forecast for Saturday:
LANZAROTE:
Skies will be partly cloudy, with thicker cloud cover likely during the early morning and late evening. There is a slight chance of light, occasional showers. Temperatures will show little variation, while moderate northeasterly winds may intensify in inland areas during the afternoon.
Expected temperature range: 17°C minimum, 24°C maximum.
FUERTEVENTURA:
Partly cloudy skies will dominate the early and late hours, with a low probability of scattered, light rainfall. Temperatures will remain stable. Winds from the northeast will be moderate, strengthening in the south of Jandía as the day progresses.
Expected temperature range: 17°C minimum, 24°C maximum.
GRAN CANARIA:
The north of the island will see predominantly cloudy skies and likely light showers, especially in mid-altitude regions. Other areas will be partly cloudy with some cloud build-up in the afternoon. A moderate northeasterly wind will become stronger along the southeast and western slopes by the afternoon, with possible very strong gusts on peaks and in the southern midlands. Breezes are expected along the southwest coast.
Expected temperature range: 18°C minimum, 22°C maximum.
TENERIFE:
Cloudy skies are forecast for the north, with light, occasional rain likely in mid-altitude areas. In the west and south, skies will become more overcast in the afternoon. Temperatures will remain mostly steady, aside from a slight to moderate dip in higher altitudes. Winds will be moderate from the northeast, becoming stronger later in the day in the far northwest and along the eastern slopes, where strong gusts may occur. Breezes are expected along the west coast.
Expected temperature range: 17°C minimum, 23°C maximum.
