Storm Francis set to affect the Canary Islands with heavy rain and strong winds
Storm Francis is expected to impact the Canary Islands in the coming days, bringing unsettled weather marked by rain, storms and very strong wind gusts, according to meteorological experts.
For this Tuesday, 30 December 2025, the State Meteorological Agency (Aemet) forecasts a day dominated by cloudy intervals across the archipelago, with cloudier skies during the central hours of the day, especially in inland areas. Temperatures will show little change, remaining mild for this time of year. Maximum temperatures are expected to reach around 20°C in Tenerife, while minimums could drop to 11°C in El Hierro. Winds will generally be light and variable, with sea breezes along the coasts.
Aemet spokesperson Rubén del Campo has warned that the arrival of the New Year will be accompanied by an Atlantic front bringing rainfall to the islands. This change in weather could begin to be felt from New Year’s Eve and into New Year’s Day.
In the province of Las Palmas, Gran Canaria is expected to see cloudy intervals, particularly during the middle of the day and in inland areas. In contrast, Lanzarote and Fuerteventura are likely to enjoy more stable conditions, with mostly clear or lightly clouded skies.
Temperatures in the province will remain stable, with slight drops in minimums and modest rises in maximums. In Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, temperatures are forecast to range between 16°C and 21°C. Winds will remain light and variable, with coastal breezes.
Looking ahead, both the European weather model and the GFS model have been pointing to a deterioration in weather conditions towards New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day. According to Meteored experts, if these forecasts hold, the Canary Islands could begin 2026 with rainfall.
During the second half of the week, weather conditions will be strongly influenced by Storm Francis, which is expected to move north of the islands with several secondary centers. This system could bring locally heavy rain, thunderstorms, strong winds, rough seas and even the possibility of snow on the highest peaks.
