Orange sea warning for Madeira and Porto Santo
RTP reports IPMA has issued an orange warning for the north coast of Madeira and Porto Santo, forecasting waves of 5 to 5.5 metres and rough sea conditions. The Portuguese Institute for Sea and Atmosphere (Instituto Português do Mar e da Atmosfera or IPMA) warns mariners, coastal visitors and port operators to avoid exposed areas until conditions ease. Those planning sea travel or coastal activities should monitor local updates and follow authorities' safety advice.
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.
An orange warning from the Portuguese Institute for Sea and Atmosphere (Instituto Português do Mar e da Atmosfera) signals potentially dangerous weather or sea conditions that could cause significant damage or risk to life; it is one level below the highest red warning. For the coast, an orange alert (for example waves of 5–5.5 metres) means people should avoid sea activities, follow local authority advice and expect disruptions to maritime transport.
Rough seas and snowfall: IPMA issues warnings from north to south of the country
IPMA has issued a yellow warning for rough seas in 10 districts. Eight districts remain under a yellow warning due to snowfall.
Seven districts under orange warning due to rough seas. Waves may reach 10 metres
Porto, Viana do Castelo, Lisbon, Leiria, Aveiro, Coimbra and Braga are the affected districts
IPMA issues orange warning for Porto due to rough seas
The city council has installed safety barriers at Porto's river mouth to prevent public access. Waves may reach up to 10 metres.
Funchal Harbourmaster extends rough seas warning
Madeira is expected to see waves of up to 5 metres on the north coast and 4.5 metres on the south coast. Authorities ask people to avoid coastal walks and recreational fishing, and to keep boats under observation.
Fifteen mainland Portuguese districts under yellow warning for snow and rough seas
A yellow warning for sea conditions will remain in force until the early hours of Sunday.
04:00 — IPMA: Fifteen districts under yellow warning
The warning for expected snow remains in force until 18:00, and the alert for rough seas continues until the early hours of Sunday. Also, Sporting host Casa Pia in the opening match of the second half of the Primeira Liga season.
IPMA issues yellow warning for snow and rough seas in 15 districts at 3am
At 3am the Portuguese Institute for the Sea and Atmosphere (IPMA) placed 15 districts under a yellow warning due to expected snowfall and rough seas.
Warning of rough seas for Madeira
The island is expected to register waves of up to four metres on the north coast and three metres on the south coast. Authorities warn: avoid walks close to the sea, refrain from recreational fishing and keep vessels monitored.
Heavy rain and 5.5m waves put districts on alert
Multiple outlets warn of persistent rain and rough seas with waves up to 5.5 metres and orange-level alerts in several coastal districts; authorities advise following local safety guidance and expect disruption to coastal travel and maritime activities. The alerts emphasise flood and coastal-surge risk in exposed areas and recommend avoiding unnecessary travel near the shore. Residents should be aware of local civil-protection instructions and avoid coastal promenades and small-boat activity while warnings are in force.
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.
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Eleven districts under yellow warning for rain and strong winds
IPMA also warns of strong winds and rough seas in Madeira and the Azores
Orange warning for the Western group of the Azores and yellow for the Central and Eastern groups
On the islands of Corvo and Flores, an orange warning due to rough seas will remain in force until Monday morning.
Eight mainland Portugal districts under yellow warning due to bad weather
Eight districts of mainland Portugal are under a yellow warning today because of heavy rain, strong winds and rough seas, the Portuguese Institute for Sea and Atmosphere (IPMA) warned.
Strong winds, heavy rain, thunderstorms and rough seas will mark the transition into 2026 in Madeira
IPMA issued an orange warning for the archipelago. On the mainland, the weather will be cold and dry.
First day of the year with rain, strong winds and rough seas
On the first day of the year there is a possibility of light rain along the coast, while on 2 January precipitation is expected across the entire mainland, at times heavy and accompanied by wind.
The coming days are expected to be very cold
The districts of Guarda and Castelo Branco are still under a yellow warning because of snow. All coastal districts are also under a yellow warning due to rough seas.
Orange warning in seven districts due to rough seas
Winter begins this Sunday, with forecasts of rain, snowfall and maximum temperatures ranging from 4 to 14 °C, according to IPMA.
Warning of rough seas for Madeira extended again
The north coast of Madeira and the island of Porto Santo are under a yellow warning for rough seas until Monday.
Winter has arrived, bringing snowfall and rough seas
A cold front has brought snowfall to inland areas and stirred up rough sea conditions along the coast, causing hazardous conditions and disruption to travel and maritime activity.
