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Yellow warnings across 11 districts for rain and wind

Tuesday, 13 January 2026AI summary
Yellow warnings across 11 districts for rain and wind

The Portuguese Institute of the Sea and Atmosphere (Instituto Português do Mar e da Atmosfera or IPMA) placed eleven mainland districts under yellow weather warnings for occasionally heavy rain and strong winds, with some districts also flagged for snowfall at higher elevations. Travellers and anyone with outdoor plans should monitor local updates and expect possible short‑term disruption to roads and services in affected districts.

Context & Explainers

What is IPMA?

IPMA is the Portuguese Institute of the Sea and Atmosphere (Instituto Português do Mar e da Atmosfera), the national agency for weather, marine forecasts and climate monitoring. Residents should watch its forecasts and warnings during storms, heatwaves or cold snaps because IPMA issues official advisories used by services, transport operators and local authorities.

What is a yellow warning?

A yellow warning (aviso amarelo) from IPMA signals potentially dangerous weather conditions (the lowest of three levels: yellow, orange, red) that may cause local disruption. For expats it means be alert—expect slower travel and take common‑sense precautions—but it is not usually an immediate emergency level.

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