Sunny Sunday Forecast for the Canary Islands
The Canary Islands are set for a sunny Sunday with mostly clear skies, rising temperatures, and stronger trade winds. The State Meteorological Agency (Aemet) reports stable conditions across most of the archipelago, although northern areas may see more cloud cover early in the day.
Cloudy intervals are expected in the north, particularly in regions where trade winds gather moisture. Light rain could occur early on, especially in mid-altitude areas, but conditions will improve by afternoon, revealing more sunshine.
Temperatures will remain stable, with slight increases in the south- and west-facing slopes of the higher islands, potentially reaching over 30°C. Trade winds are forecast to blow moderately, becoming stronger in some areas, with intense gusts anticipated in the afternoon, particularly in exposed locations.
At sea, north or north-easterly winds of force 4 to 5 are expected, along with heavy swells.
Weather Outlook for Santa Cruz de Tenerife
In Tenerife, early morning cloud cover will be prevalent in the north, particularly below 1,500 metres, with a slight chance of light rain. By the afternoon, clearer skies will emerge across most of the island. Maximum temperatures in Santa Cruz de Tenerife will range from 22°C to 28°C, with strong trade winds expected to pick up later in the day.
Weather in La Gomera
La Gomera will see cloudy skies in the north this morning, likely accompanied by light showers. As the day progresses, clouds will clear, particularly in the southern part of the island, which should enjoy brighter conditions. Temperatures in San Sebastián de La Gomera will be between 22°C and 28°C, with very strong gusts of wind in the afternoon.
Weather for La Palma
La Palma is forecasted to experience partly cloudy skies in the north and east, with possible light rain early on. The remainder of the island will remain generally clear. Maximum temperatures are expected to rise, particularly in higher areas, with values in Santa Cruz de La Palma between 21°C and 24°C. Very strong winds are also likely in the afternoon.
Weather Update for El Hierro
El Hierro will see overcast skies in the north this morning with a chance of light rain. Conditions should clear by the afternoon. The rest of the island will have mostly clear skies, with temperatures in Valverde between 16°C and 20°C. Expect strong winds, especially in southeast and northwest areas.
Weather in Las Palmas
In Gran Canaria, the north will experience cloud cover early, particularly below 1,200 metres, with a chance of light rain in mid-altitude areas. However, conditions should improve to clear skies by the afternoon. Maximum temperatures on the southern and southeastern slopes could exceed 30°C, while Las Palmas de Gran Canaria will see milder temperatures between 22°C and 24°C.
Weather for Lanzarote and Fuerteventura
Lanzarote will start with cloudy skies in the north, transitioning to partly cloudy by midday. Temperatures in Arrecife will range from 20°C to 27°C. Winds will blow moderately, with potential strong gusts inland.
Fuerteventura will also begin with cloud cover, gradually clearing throughout the morning. In Puerto del Rosario, temperatures are expected between 20°C and 26°C, with moderate trade winds and strong gusts likely in the afternoon.
Overall, Sunday in the Canary Islands promises typical summer weather: mostly clear skies, some early clouds and light rain in the north, temperatures exceeding 30°C in parts of the higher islands, and strong trade winds in exposed areas.
