Lanzarote and Tenerife issue joint warnings to UK tourists over 'rare phenomenon'
A Canary Islands beach warning issued to tourists in Lanzarote ahead of a "huge" weather shift. Residents and tourists are advised to "exercise caution" in coastal areas, especially in regions most exposed to rough sea conditions this week, as an alert for choppy waters surfaces.
Spain’s State Meteorological Agency (AEMET) has issued a yellow weather warning for Lanzarote and other Canary Islands too. Minimum temperatures are forecast to drop slightly, while maximum temperatures are likely to remain stable, weather forecasters say.
Winds will initially be light and from the south but will increase to moderate strength by morning, shifting to a south-westerly direction in the afternoon. For Tuesday, the northwest coast of Lanzarote is anticipated to experience rough seas with wave heights ranging from four to five metres, which has sparking the alert.
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Residents and tourists are advised to “exercise caution” in coastal areas. Authorities recommend staying updated on weather forecasts and avoiding unnecessary activities near the coastline during the warning period, such as taking selfies in dangerous coastal areas or on rocks.
A yellow warning for coastal phenomena has been issued for La Palma, affecting the island’s eastern and western coasts. Residents and visitors in these areas should exercise caution due to hazardous conditions along the shoreline.
Temperatures across the Canary Islands are forecasted to range between a low of 15C in the province of Santa Cruz de Tenerife and a high of 23C in Las Palmas. Winds will intensify to a moderate southwest flow, with strong intervals in the extreme northwest and southeast of mountainous islands.
In Tenerife, expect very strong gusts are expected in the southeast, and high peaks will face very strong winds by nightfall. Residents and visitors across the Canary Islands are advised to remain cautious, particularly in areas with active warnings.
Those near coastal zones or elevated terrains should take necessary precautions due to the likelihood of hazardous conditions.