Holidaymakers looking to escape the cooler UK weather may face more than expected after a weather warning was issued for the Canary Islands. The popular holiday destination is bracing for extreme winds and rough seas.
Weather Warning Details
The latest forecast for the islands indicates winds could reach nearly 45mph, while a yellow weather warning has been issued for Wednesday and Thursday, 3 and 4 June. Spanish media Canarian Weekly reported that the warnings affect Tenerife, Gran Canaria, La Palma, La Gomera, and El Hierro, where north-easterly winds of up to force 7 are forecast, equivalent to speeds between 50 and 61 km/h.
The alerts are expected to cover coastal and exposed areas and could be extended. Residents and visitors are being urged to take extra care around those areas and observe red flags on beaches and bathing areas, according to the Express.
Extreme Heat Elsewhere in Spain
These warnings were issued while other areas of mainland Spain could also be hit by extreme heat. Regions including the Costa del Sol, Costa del Almeria, Costa Calida, and Costa Blanca could see temperatures of up to 39C.
Timing of Alerts
In Tenerife, the warning will come into force at 4pm on Tuesday and is currently expected to remain active until 11.59pm on Wednesday, the Canarian Weekly said. Gran Canaria will also enter yellow alert status from 4pm on Tuesday, and the warning will be in place until late Wednesday night.
Previous Storms
Back in March, Tenerife was placed on maximum alert as Storm Therese brought intense rainfall and dangerous conditions across the island. At the time, an orange weather warning was in place as torrential downpours and powerful winds battered the island.
