Rain, storms, and strong winds on the coasts of the islands this Sunday
Storm Emilia will continue to affect the Canary Islands today, Sunday, bringing unsettled weather conditions including heavy rain, thunderstorms, strong winds and very rough seas, according to the State Meteorological Agency (AEMET). A special weather warning remains in force across the archipelago.
AEMET forecasts mostly cloudy skies, particularly on the northern slopes of the more mountainous islands. Occasional rain is expected, especially in Tenerife and the western islands.
Locally heavy downpours cannot be ruled out, especially during the early hours of the morning, when storms may also be accompanied by lightning. Heavy showers and thunderstorms are also expected in coastal waters.
The ongoing impact of Storm Emilia means the Canary Islands remain under a special advisory for adverse weather conditions, including rain, wind and coastal hazards.
Temperatures and frost at high altitude
Temperatures are expected to remain largely stable. However, minimum temperatures may rise slightly in mid-altitude areas and on north-facing summits, while maximum temperatures could see a slight increase on the southern slopes of the mountainous islands.
Despite this, AEMET warns of light frost on the highest peaks of the central islands and La Palma, above 1,900 metres. Residents and hikers in these areas should take extra precautions.
Strong winds and dangerous sea conditions
Winds will predominantly come from the north, with occasional very strong gusts expected on eastern and north-western slopes of the mountainous islands, as well as on exposed high ground during the early morning. These winds are forecast to ease as the day progresses.
At sea, conditions will be particularly hazardous. Northerly or north-westerly winds of force 6 to 7 are expected, occasionally reaching force 8, before easing overnight to force 4 or 5. Seas will be rough to very rough, gradually decreasing to strong swell during the early hours. A northerly or north-westerly swell of 5 to 6 metres is forecast, dropping to 4 to 5 metres later. Coastal areas may also experience heavy showers and isolated thunderstorms.
Island-by-island forecast for Sunday 14th November:
TENERIFE
Cloudy intervals with overcast conditions in the north, where occasional rain is expected and could be locally heavy. Elsewhere, rain is less likely and generally light. Temperatures mostly unchanged, with slight rises in minimums on northern midlands and summits and slight increases in coastal maximums. Light frost possible on high ground. North-easterly winds occasionally strong in exposed areas, easing to light northerly winds from midday. On central summits, northerly winds with strong intervals and very strong gusts overnight.
General temperature range: Low of 16°C and high of 23°C.
GRAN CANARIA
Cloudy intervals with predominantly overcast skies in the north, where rain is expected, especially later in the day. Locally heavy showers are possible in the north-west. Temperatures largely unchanged, with slightly higher minimums in mid-altitude and northern summit areas, and slightly higher maximums on southern coasts. Light frost possible on the highest peaks. Northerly winds with occasional very strong gusts on exposed summits and high southern midlands early on, easing during the morning.
General temperature range: Low of 17°C and high of 22°C.
LANZAROTE
Partly cloudy intervals with a low chance of generally light rain during the second half of the day. Slight rise in temperatures. North-easterly winds easing to light north-westerly from early morning.
General temperature range: Low of 14°C and high of 20°C.
FUERTEVENTURA
Cloudy intervals with a small chance of light rain in the afternoon. Slight increase in temperatures. North-easterly winds easing to light north-westerly from early hours.
General temperature range: Low of 16°C and high of 21°C.
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