Canary Islands face return of calima and rising temperatures

The Canary Islands are experiencing a return of the calima, characterized by suspended dust in the atmosphere. According to the State Meteorological Agency (Aemet), this phenomenon is affecting various parts of the archipelago, particularly mid-altitude zones and higher elevations. In islands such as Lanzarote, Fuerteventura, and Gran Canaria, the dust is expected to be present from the early hours, while in Tenerife, La Gomera, and El Hierro, it may become more prominent during the second half of the day.

This weather event is accompanied by a rise in temperatures, with some coastal areas potentially reaching between 30 and 32 degrees Celsius. While some islands may see a slight decrease in maximum temperatures toward the weekend, the immediate forecast remains warm.

Looking further ahead, meteorological models such as the ECMWF suggest potential atmospheric instability toward the end of October. There is uncertainty regarding a possible DANA (isolated depression in high levels) that could influence weather patterns between the archipelago and the Iberian Peninsula, potentially bringing rain during the final week of the month.