The Canary Islands remain on pre-alert this Sunday as the State Meteorological Agency (AEMET) has issued an updated weather forecast predicting predominantly cloudy skies across the archipelago.
Sunday's forecast indicates that cloud cover will be a dominant feature, with northern and northeastern regions of the islands expected to experience particularly cloudy intervals.
In the eastern islands, Lanzarote and Fuerteventura, cloudiness in the north is set to increase during the morning hours, while Tenerife and the western islands will see similar patterns in the north and northeast.
Island-Specific Details
TENERIFE:
Cloud cover will intensify in the extreme northeast throughout the day, while other areas remain partly cloudy. Temperatures are forecast to range from 17°C to 23°C. Northeasterly winds will pick up in strength, especially towards the southeast and western parts, with further intensification in higher elevations later in the day.
GRAN CANARIA:
The northern half of the island will see increased cloudiness by the morning, spreading to the northeast in the afternoon. Las Palmas de Gran Canaria will experience slightly cooler temperatures, ranging from 18°C to 23°C. Moderate northeasterly winds will become stronger in southeastern and western areas as the day progresses.
LANZAROTE AND FUERTEVENTURA:
Lanzarote will see cloudy skies in its northern half by morning, with partly cloudy intervals in the south. Temperatures in Arrecife will range from 16°C to 23°C. Fuerteventura's northern and eastern regions will have greater cloudiness, with the remainder of the island experiencing partly cloudy skies. Puerto del Rosario will see temperatures between 15°C and 22°C. Both islands will witness an increase in northeasterly winds during the latter part of the day.
Maritime Conditions
Mariners are advised to prepare for challenging conditions. Northeasterly winds of force 3 or 4 will prevail, locally reaching force 5 along southeastern and northwestern coasts. The seas will be rough, with swells of up to 2 metres, particularly along the northwestern coasts.
Temperature Trends and Wind Patterns
Minimum temperatures will remain steady or rise slightly, while maximum temperatures will decrease, particularly in inland areas and the northern parts of the islands. Northeasterly winds will blow moderately, intensifying significantly in southeastern and western mountainous areas later in the day, with gusty conditions expected in midlands and high-altitude zones.
Pre-Alert Status
The Canary Islands' pre-alert status highlights the importance of monitoring weather developments and preparing for potentially challenging conditions, especially in regions where winds and temperatures may vary significantly.
