Unsettled conditions with wind and rain
A low-pressure area near the eastern islands will influence the weather across the Canary Islands on Thursday, 9 April. The main features are strengthening winds, a rough Atlantic, and the chance of rain, particularly on northern and western slopes. Southern coasts will see calmer conditions.
General outlook: wind, waves, and localised rain
Winds will be the dominant feature, with strong gusts potentially exceeding 80 km/h in exposed areas, on mountain peaks, and in metropolitan zones. Temperatures remain stable, with a slight rise in daytime highs possible.
The Atlantic will become rough, with an ocean swell from the open Atlantic generating waves of 4-5 metres on northern coasts of all islands. The western and northern coasts of the eastern islands and the channel between La Gomera and Tenerife will be most affected. Southern coasts will be calmer.
Island-by-island forecast for Thursday
Tenerife
Low clouds in the north will bring rain there. Strong gusts are expected in the metropolitan area, the summit zone, and the southwest of the island.
Gran Canaria
Clouds will be seen in the north, more in the morning than afternoon, and could bring rain to mid-altitude areas. They will thin out towards the capital. Winds will blow with intensity.
Lanzarote
Expect high waves, some morning rain, and increasing wind. Daytime highs will reach around 21°C. Instability is forecast to increase on Friday.
Fuerteventura
Wind will increase. Clouds moving in from the west could bring a few spots of rain during the morning, but they will clear quickly.
La Palma
Clouds could bring rain in the north, while the south will be clearer. Wind will increase in exposed areas, with gusts potentially exceeding 80 km/h.
La Gomera
Very strong wind will be felt at times, especially in the southern half, with gusts potentially over 80 km/h. Clouds will bring some rain in the north.
El Hierro
Low clouds will cover much of the island and could produce a few drops of rain in the north. Wind will gain intensity, with gusts potentially exceeding 70 km/h.
La Graciosa
Expect more clouds in the afternoon and evening, which could bring a spot of rain. Wind will increase and the ocean will worsen. Temperatures will be a little higher.
