canary islands heatwave ends friday

Heatwave to finally break in Canary Islands on Friday

Scorching conditions continue across the archipelago

The State Meteorological Agency (Aemet) has set a date for the long-awaited relief from the heat in the Canary Islands. The arrival of an Atlantic trough will trigger a shift in weather patterns, finally bringing an end to the extreme heatwave that has gripped the archipelago for several days. Until then, the heatwave will remain the dominant feature across the islands, with temperatures once again nearing 40°C in parts of Gran Canaria, Fuerteventura and Lanzarote.

Between Tuesday and Thursday, thermometers will hit 40°C in several areas of Gran Canaria, Fuerteventura and Lanzarote, according to Aemet spokesman Rubén del Campo. Across the rest of the archipelago, a yellow warning remains in place due to maximum temperatures that could reach 36°C. The nights will offer no respite either, with minimum temperatures staying above 25°C, particularly in the eastern islands, leading to tropical and even equatorial nights in some municipalities, making it difficult for residents to sleep.

Calima adds to the discomfort

It will be from next Friday onwards that temperatures begin to drop across the board. Meanwhile, the Canary Islands face yet another day of intense heat this Tuesday. Aemet forecasts that maximum temperatures will reach 39°C in some parts of the archipelago, while minimums will again exceed 25 degrees. Adding to this situation is the presence of a light calima at altitude, a phenomenon that will partially reduce visibility and contribute to a feeling of stuffiness, especially in the mid-altitude areas and those facing south and southeast of the islands.

Atlantic trough brings cooldown from Friday

The arrival of the Atlantic trough from this coming Friday will favour the influx of a cooler air mass over the Canary Islands. This change will cause a widespread drop in temperatures, both maximum and minimum, bringing an end to the extreme heatwave that has kept values exceptionally high for this time of year for several days. Although the atmosphere will remain warm in some parts of the archipelago, readings will be significantly lower than those reached during this heatwave, allowing for a gradual recovery of thermal comfort.

Health advice amid the heat

With the heat set to persist until Friday, health authorities are recommending that people avoid sun exposure during the central hours of the day, stay well hydrated, wear light clothing, and take particular care of the elderly, children, and those with chronic illnesses – the groups most vulnerable to the effects of high temperatures. Furthermore, they advise paying attention to the weather warnings issued by Aemet and following the instructions of emergency services.

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