# Weather variations in the Canary Islands

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/weather-variations-in-the-canary-islands
> Updated: 2026-08-16T13:41:04.000Z. Sources: 21. Developments: 2.

Weather conditions in the Canary Islands have transitioned from extreme heat and dust to cloudier, windier patterns.

In late July, the Spanish weather agency AEMET forecasted a hot and dry period, with temperatures reaching up to 39 °C on Gran Canaria. This period was characterized by a significant dust layer, known as calima, which reduced visibility and created oppressive conditions across the islands.

By mid-August, the weather forecast shifted toward cloudy skies and potentially strong northeast winds. Temperatures stabilized at lower levels, with highs around 27 °C to 29 °C in major areas. Some islands, including Tenerife, Gran Canaria, La Palma, and La Gomera, were expected to experience light rain in mid-altitude or northern areas, while coastal conditions featured swells of 1 to 2 meters.

As of mid-August, the weather in the Canary Islands continues to be characterized by cloudy intervals and the possibility of light rain, particularly in the northern highlands of Tenerife and Gran Canaria, while coastal areas maintain stable temperatures. Recent reports indicate variable conditions persist, with the possibility of light rain and moderate winds.

## Claims

- AEMET has issued various weather warnings across Spain, including heat alerts and storm warnings. (corroborated by 4 sources)
- A yellow rain alert is active for the interior of Castellón, predicting up to 20 mm of rain per hour. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- A DANA system is expected to cross the Iberian Peninsula between Wednesday and Thursday, bringing storms and wind. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Temperatures in the Valencian Community could reach 44 degrees Celsius. (single source)
- Madrid is under a yellow heat alert with temperatures reaching up to 39 degrees. (single source)
- An orange heat alert is active for Alhama de Murcia, Lorca, and Águilas with temperatures up to 40 degrees. (single source)
- The first half of August in the Valencian Community was the warmest since at least 1950. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-08-16: Spain weather: extreme heat and incoming DANA storms

Spain faces extreme weather as AEMET issues heat alerts reaching 44°C in Valencia and warns of a DANA system bringing heavy storms, hail, and strong winds across the peninsula this week.

21 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/canary-islands-weather-forecast-predicts-clouds-and-strong-winds

### 2026-07-30: Canary Islands face extreme heat and dust on July 31

AEMET predicts a hot, dry Friday in the Canary Islands with temps up to 39 °C, significant calima dust, and strong gusts in coastal zones.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/canary-islands-face-extreme-heat-and-dust-on-july-31

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Cite as: Weather variations in the Canary Islands. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/weather-variations-in-the-canary-islands