The Canary Islands is set to be facing strong winds and a slight drop in temperatures this week
The Canary Islands is set to be facing strong winds and a slight drop in temperatures this week (Image: Emanuele Cremaschi/Getty Images)
A weather warning has been issued in the Canary Islands, with intense conditions expected from today (July 3).
Spain’s national weather agency, AEMET, alerted tourists and local residents over strong winds and a noticeable decrease in temperatures in the holiday hotspot.
The news comes after the popular holiday destination has recently faced a series of scorching temperatures, as well as numerous protests against mass tourism.
From Thursday, there is set to be sunny skies across the Balearic Islands, but a light calima (haze) could remain over Gran Canaria, which could affect air quality.
A slight dip in temperatures has also been predicted from this day on the island, but highs of 30 to 32C are still expected in some areas.
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Strong winds are expected to build throughout the day, particularly affecting the southeast and western lowlands.
Winds from the north to the north east are set to intensify as the week continues with the conditions possibly acting as a hazards for outdoor activities, the Express said.
The strongest gusts are likely to hit low-lying areas on the southeast and northwest slopes of Tenerife, as well as the more mountainous islands.
Winds are also expected to intensify towards the evening each day, bringing potential hazards for beachgoers, hikers and drivers.
In Lanzarote, powerful gusts could affect the southeast during early mornings and evenings, while Fuerteventura’s southern Jandía massif is forecast to see similar conditions.
Tenerife could see a moderate drop in temperatures, especially at mid-altitudes, with locally very strong gusts around the Anaga massif and far northwest of the island.
Tourists visiting these areas are advised to take extra care, especially around coastal zones and exposed routes.
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Warnings issued across the Canary Islands are set to stay in place during today and tomorrow, impacting these areas:
- East, south and west of Gran Canaria
- West of La Palma
- La Gomera
- The Iron
- East, south and west of Tenerife
AEMET announced an orange warning would be applied from today: “Active warnings today and tomorrow in Spain for rain, maximum temperatures, storms, winds, and coastal hazards.
“Maximum warning level: orange,” Bristol Live reported.