The Portuguese Institute for Sea and Atmosphere (Instituto Português do Mar e da Atmosfera or IPMA) has issued a yellow warning for high temperatures in Bragança, Vila Real, Guarda, and Castelo Branco. The warning remains in effect until 18:00 today, with similar alerts also active for Madeira and Porto Santo.
Yellow heat warnings issued for four districts
Friday, 14 August 2026AI summary
Context & Explainers
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.
