A sunny Friday in almost the entire country, with the Canary Islands on alert for wind, haze, and rough seas
Most of Spain enjoys a sunny Friday, except for the Canary Islands, which are on alert due to strong winds and hazardous sea conditions.
Spain is experiencing a calm and sunny Friday across most of its territory, with little cloud cover and stable weather conditions. This pleasant weather is welcomed by many, as the Spanish Agency for Meteorology (Aemet) reports that temperatures are comfortable and skies are clear. However, the Canary Islands are an exception to this trend, facing significant weather warnings due to strong winds and rough seas that could pose risks to residents and visitors alike.
Aemet has issued orange alerts for five of the seven Canary Islands, indicating a serious risk due to coastal events, with wind gusts expected to exceed 90 kilometers per hour. In addition to the wind warnings, there are also yellow alerts for haze, particularly in mid-altitude and peak areas. Aemet's spokesperson, Rubén del Campo, has urged people to exercise caution due to the risk of falling branches and debris, as well as advising individuals to avoid getting too close to the shore given the rough sea conditions.
This combination of sunny weather and disruptive conditions in the Canary Islands highlights the variability of weather patterns in Spain, where local microclimates can exhibit drastically different conditions just a short distance apart. The alerts serve as a reminder for residents and travelers to stay informed and take necessary precautions in the face of changing weather conditions, especially in popular tourist destinations like the Canary Islands, where safety must always come first.