# Canary Islands weather patterns

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/canary-islands-weather-patterns
> Updated: 2026-09-06T20:15:06.000Z. Sources: 21. Developments: 3.

By early September, the region entered a significant heatwave accompanied by calima. The Government of the Canary Islands raised the alert level for maximum temperatures in Gran Canaria, while Lanzarote and Fuerteventura remained under pre-alert status. Temperatures in Lanzarote were expected to reach between 34°C and 36°C, while Fuerteventura could see peaks exceeding 36°C. In Gran Canaria, temperatures were projected to potentially exceed 37°C in various mid-altitude regions. High nighttime temperatures between 25°C and 28°C were expected to hinder thermal recovery. Authorities advised residents to stay hydrated and keep windows closed due to the dust haze. As of September 6, the heatwave has intensified, with the Canary Islands facing “intense tropical-like heat” and temperatures expected to reach up to 40 degrees Celsius. This extreme weather has triggered an expanded forest fire risk alert, which now includes La Palma, La Gomera, and El Hierro, in addition to Tenerife and Gran Canaria. The archipelago continues to manage simultaneous alerts for calima and wind conditions. Recent reports confirm that temperatures have reached 40 degrees Celsius in Maspalomas and nearly 40 degrees in Lanzarote. While the calima is expected to persist through Thursday, a gradual moderation of temperatures was forecasted to begin mid-week. By September 9, the State Meteorological Agency (AEMET) announced a shift in weather conditions, providing a reprieve from the recent heat in Tenerife. After several days above 30°C, temperatures are expected to decrease, particularly in mid-altitude and mountain areas, where maximums may reach around 29°C. The region is also transitioning to a period of strong winds, with moderate northeast winds and the possibility of very strong gusts in the southeast and central mountain ridges. Some areas may also experience light drizzle.

## Claims

- Temperatures in Maspalomas reached 40.1 degrees Celsius. (single source)
- Ten Spanish autonomous communities are under heat alerts. (single source)
- The forest fire risk alert has been expanded to La Palma, La Gomera, and El Hierro. (single source)
- The 'Súper Niño' phenomenon is contributing to increased temperatures in Venezuela. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-09-06: Canary Islands and Spain face extreme heat and forest fire risks

Extreme heat and calima are impacting the Canary Islands and mainland Spain, with temperatures nearing 40°C. Forest fire risks have increased in the Canaries, while Venezuela faces heat from the ‘Súper Niño’.

14 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/canary-islands-face-heatwave-and-calima-alerts

### 2026-08-31: Weather alerts issued for Canary Islands and Buenos Aires

Weather agencies have issued yellow alerts for extreme conditions: heat, wind, and calima in the Canary Islands and Granada, Spain, alongside storm warnings for Buenos Aires, Argentina.

10 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/canary-islands-weather-forecast-high-temperatures-and-strong-winds-expected

### 2026-08-23: Canary Islands weather forecast predicts slight temperature drop

Aemet forecasts a slight temperature drop in the Canary Islands, though highs of 30°C are still expected in several areas, including parts of Tenerife and Lanzarote.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/canary-islands-weather-forecast-predicts-slight-temperature-drop

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