Anomalous Heat and Calima Persist
The State Meteorological Agency (Aemet) has maintained warnings for an episode of anomalous heat and calima across the Canary Islands this Sunday, with temperatures surpassing 30°C in numerous parts of the archipelago. Tenerife is set to be one of the islands most affected by the thermal rise in mid-altitude areas and low-lying zones of the south and metropolitan surroundings, where conditions will be especially warm. The presence of Saharan dust will continue to reduce visibility and worsen air quality, particularly in the mid-altitude and summit areas of southern Tenerife and other eastern islands. The public is advised to limit strenuous outdoor activity and for vulnerable people to take extra precautions.
Furthermore, winds will blow from the east or south depending on the area. On coasts, winds will be light to moderate, while in mid-altitude and summit areas they could intensify with very strong gusts, especially in the high zones of Tenerife and on exposed slopes across the islands. The two Canarian capitals will see highs of 28°C, with a low of 19°C in Santa Cruz de Tenerife and 20°C in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria.
Island-by-Island Forecast for Sunday
Lanzarote — Intense Heat and Persistent Calima
Intervals of medium and high cloud, tending towards clearer skies in the afternoon. Widespread calima throughout the day. Temperatures will exceed 30°C in wide areas, reaching up to 34°C inland and in the west. Light to moderate easterly wind, with strong intervals in the west. Arrecife: 21 / 28 °C.
Fuerteventura — Very Warm with Dust in Suspension
Cloudy intervals at the start and clearer skies from midday. Notable calima all day. Over 30°C in many areas and up to 34°C locally. Light to moderate easterly wind, with strong gusts in the west. Puerto del Rosario: 21 / 26 °C.
Gran Canaria — Strong Heat and Risk of Isolated Mud
Medium and high cloud at the beginning, tending towards clearer skies. Possible weak droplets of muddy rain in interior areas in the early hours. Calima more significant in mid-altitude and summit areas. Over 30°C in mid-altitude zones and southwestern coasts. Moderate to strong southerly wind in high areas. Las Palmas de Gran Canaria: 20 / 28 °C.
Tenerife — Warm Conditions and Calima in High Areas
Cloudy intervals at first with a trend towards clearer skies. Possible weak droplets of muddy rain in high areas early on. Calima more intense in mid-altitude and summit areas of the south. Over 30°C in mid-altitude areas and low points of the south and metropolitan north. Very strong gusts on central summits. Santa Cruz de Tenerife: 19 / 28 °C.
La Gomera — Calima and Still-High Temperatures
Mostly clear with some medium cloud at the start. Calima in mid-altitude and high areas, easing slightly by the end. Temperatures slightly decreasing, though conditions remain warm. Moderate to strong southerly wind in elevated zones. San Sebastián de La Gomera: 20 / 28 °C.
La Palma — Slight Thermal Drop but with Saharan Dust
Mostly clear, with intervals of medium cloud in the early hours. Calima in mid-altitude and summit areas, remitting by the end. Temperatures in slight to moderate decline. Strong gusts in northern summits and exposed mid-altitude areas. Santa Cruz de La Palma: 19 / 25 °C.
El Hierro — Dry Conditions and Wind at Height
Mostly clear with intervals of medium cloud at dawn. Calima in high and mid-altitude areas, with slight improvement by the end. Temperatures somewhat milder. Moderate to strong southerly wind at height. Valverde: 14 / 24 °C.
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