Monday looks bright and warmer across the Canary Islands. Temperatures climb, with 30°C possible in Tenerife and Lanzarote, and up to 32°C in parts of Gran Canaria and Fuerteventura. The northeast trade wind stays moderate, with strong gusts in exposed areas.
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Wondering if you can cross a solid white line to overtake a cyclist in Spain? The DGT’s rules are more nuanced than you might think. We break down the legal exceptions, the fines, and why tractors are a no-go.
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The Canary Islands can expect warm but slightly cooler weather in September, with calmer winds and seas. Aemet forecasts possible showers for Tenerife and Gran Canaria from Wednesday, following a dry start to the month.
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More than thirty Canarian mayors and former mayors have accumulated firm criminal convictions since 1978, mostly linked to town planning and public funds. We review the island-by-island map of these cases, as well as the upcoming trial of four Tenerife councillors over sewage dumping.
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Say goodbye to the clouds! Sunday is looking brighter and warmer across the Islands, with only a few morning drizzles in the northeast of Tenerife and La Palma. Expect moderate trade winds and a calm Atlantic.
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In September, the Canary Islands experience the mareas del Pino, dramatic spring tides caused by the combined gravitational pull of the sun and moon. This natural phenomenon brings higher high tides, lower lows, and a powerful swell that signals the end of summer. Swimmers are urged to exercise caution as conditions become more unpredictable.
Mareas del Pino: why September seas surge in the Canaries Read More »
Temperatures are set to rise again this Saturday in the Canary Islands, with 30C forecast in Tenerife and parts of Gran Canaria and Lanzarote. Strong northeast winds will dominate the day, bringing intervals of intense gusts to several islands.
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A mostly pleasant Saturday is on the cards for the Canary Islands, but expect cloudy skies in the north of the mountainous islands and a moderate trade wind that will pick up on Gran Canaria’s southeast and west coasts. Temperatures will rise slightly, especially in the midlands and peaks.
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The Canary Islands’ airports are preparing for a busy end to August, with 5,134 flights scheduled between Friday 28 and Monday 31 August. This represents a 2.5% increase on the same period last year. Gran Canaria and Tenerife North will see the highest volumes of traffic.
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International buyer interest in Canary Islands property continues to drive the sector, with foreign demand reaching 26.5% in Santa Cruz de Tenerife province. German buyers lead the market, while the small La Palma municipality of Tijarafe tops the regional rankings with 55.1% of searches coming from abroad.
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