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Hot start to the week with calima on the rise
Get ready for a warm one. Monday sees temperatures climb further across the Canary Islands, with calima (Saharan dust) lingering in the air. Most of the archipelago will enjoy mostly clear skies, though northern slopes of the mountainous islands may see some cloud at times.
General outlook
Temperatures are on the up, particularly in the mid-altitude zones and summits of the eastern islands. The trade winds will blow strongly in spots, with occasional very strong gusts possible on southeast and northwest-facing slopes.
The Atlantic will be lively: expect a north-northeast swell on northern coasts and the west coast of Fuerteventura and Lanzarote, with waves reaching 2 metres. In the channels between islands — especially between La Gomera and El Hierro — waves could top 2 metres.
Island-by-island forecast
Tenerife
Low clouds in the north, with some local afternoon clouds inland. Calima will be more noticeable in mid-altitude zones and summits. Strong trade winds on the southeast coast, the south of Anaga and the far northwest. Very warm conditions: up to 34°C in parts of the south and the Güímar valley. In Santa Cruz, temperatures range from 24°C to 32°C.
Gran Canaria
Mostly clear or sunny, with some clouds in the north and local afternoon clouds inland. Calima will be more significant in mid-altitude zones and summits. Strong trade winds on southeast and northwest coastal strips. Very high temperatures: locally up to 39°C in the southern, eastern and western interior areas. In Las Palmas, the high will be around 27°C.
Lanzarote
Morning clouds in the west, clearing elsewhere. Calima in the air. Moderate trade winds. Temperatures could locally reach 36°C in the south. In Arrecife, the high will be around 32°C.
Fuerteventura
Morning clouds in the west, clear skies elsewhere. Calima present. Strong trade winds in the south of Jandía. Temperatures will exceed 34°C in the interior and southeast. In Puerto del Rosario, the high will be around 30°C.
La Palma
Cloudy intervals in the north and east, mostly clear elsewhere. Calima increasing. Intense trade winds in low-lying areas of the southeast and northwest. In the summits, the wind will shift from east to south. Temperatures could exceed 32°C in the west. In Santa Cruz de La Palma, the high will be around 27°C.
La Gomera
Mostly clear or sunny with some clouds in the north. Calima increasing. Intense trade winds in the east and northwest at lower elevations. Temperatures could locally reach 34°C in the south.
El Hierro
Mostly clear or sunny, with some cloud intervals in the north and northeast. Calima on the increase. Trade winds with strong intervals on the southeast coast and far northwest. Warm temperatures, with locally up to 34°C possible in the south.
La Graciosa
Cloudy intervals clearing to sunny skies from midday. Calima in the air. Moderate trade winds. Temperatures in Caleta de Sebo will range from 23°C to 28°C.
Sea conditions and final notes
The combined swell from the north-northeast will keep the Atlantic lively on northern and western coasts. The strongest waves will be found in the channels between islands, so take care if you’re planning any boat trips.
Stay hydrated and protect yourself from the sun — with calima overhead and temperatures on the rise, it’s set to be a scorcher.
