IPMA warns of prolonged heatwave reaching 43 degrees
The Portuguese Institute for Sea and Atmosphere (Instituto Português do Mar e da Atmosfera or IPMA) has issued warnings for a prolonged period of intense, dry heat across the country. Temperatures are expected to reach 43°C in regions such as the Tagus Valley and Alentejo, with yellow and orange warnings in place for several districts including Viana do Castelo, Braga, Porto, and Setúbal.
A red warning is the highest alert level issued by Portugal's weather agency, the Portuguese Institute for the Sea and the Atmosphere (Instituto Português do Mar e da Atmosfera or IPMA), used when conditions pose a very high risk to life and property. Under a red warning authorities may close roads, suspend transport and advise people to avoid coastal and flood‑prone areas, so follow civil protection instructions during the Friday–Saturday storm period.
