Travel: Heavy rain news in Portugal

IPMA extends yellow precipitation warning for the Algarve until midnight

After the destruction caused by Kristin, low-pressure system Leonardo brings heavy rain and strong winds to Portugal

Following the damage left by Storm Kristin, a new low-pressure system called Leonardo is bringing heavy rain and strong winds across much of Portugal.

'Monsoons?' Whole country under yellow warning for heavy rain

Some are already talking about a 'monsoon' phase on the Iberian Peninsula: it's expected to rain every day this week (and probably next). Snow, strong winds and rough seas are also on the way.

Several districts under warnings for rain, wind, snow and rough seas

Several districts of mainland Portugal remain, from today until Monday, under various warnings for rough seas, rain, strong winds and snowfall, the Portuguese Institute for Sea and Atmosphere (IPMA) said.

17:00 — Next week will be very rainy

Weather update at 17:00: next week is forecast to bring heavy rain across the region.

17:00 — Weather conditions set to worsen over the coming days

IPMA forecasts heavy rainfall from north to south. Civil Protection warns of rising river flows, particularly in the Mondego, the Tagus and the Sado. Also, Zelensky refuses to meet with Putin.

IPMA forecasts a prolonged period of rain starting Sunday

The Portuguese Institute for the Sea and Atmosphere (IPMA) forecasts a prolonged period of rain next week across mainland Portugal, especially in the north and centre, regions hit by bad weather in recent days. “We have a forecast indicating that we will have a prolonged period of precipitation ...”

Bad weather gives no respite: a "prolonged period" of heavy rain is on the way across the country

IPMA warns it is likely to rain on practically every day and across the whole country for several days

"We should all remain cautious": IPMA warns of "heavy and persistent rain" in the coming days

Ângela Lourenço, from the Portuguese Institute for the Sea and the Atmosphere (IPMA), warns that heavy and persistent rain will continue in mainland Portugal.

08:00 — Bad weather mainly affects Leiria

Stormy conditions and heavy rain are affecting the Leiria district more than other areas this morning.

After Storm Joseph, brace for Kristin: Bad weather to continue with heavy rain and strong winds

IPMA warns of worsening weather in the coming days across mainland Portugal.

16:00. Civil Protection reports more than 200 incidents

Most incidents were recorded in the North region due to heavy rainfall. Additionally, six ports on the island of São Miguel are closed until next Wednesday.

'Lots of water, lots of rain' — alert for risk of flooding north of the Mondego and in the Tagus basin

The Portuguese Environment Agency warns of a risk of flooding, especially on Monday and Tuesday. Soils are saturated; some areas were hit by snow that will melt, and the rain continues.

8am — Depression Joseph: Bad weather is already being felt in the north

The districts of Braga, Viana do Castelo and Vila Real are under an orange warning for precipitation from IPMA. Also in this bulletin, Barack Obama and Bill Clinton call for an investigation into the two deaths at the hands of ICE.

7am — Heavy rain expected over the coming days

7am update: heavy rain is forecast for the next few days.

Joseph follows Ingrid. New depression brings continued rain and rough seas

The Portuguese Environment Agency warns of the risk of flooding in the coming days. Weather forecasts indicate heavy rain.

Low-pressure system Joseph will affect Madeira on Tuesday

The low-pressure system is expected to bring periods of heavy rain to the highlands, strong winds and adverse weather conditions.

Flood risk alert north of the Mondego and across the Tagus basin: a week of "a lot of water, a lot of rain" is coming

The ground is saturated and cannot absorb water. Snow has fallen, temperatures are rising and the snow will turn into water. More water will be reaching our rivers and reservoirs, adding to heavy rainfall. We are closely monitoring the situation and the public should heed Civil Protection warnings," warns the president of the APA.

Snow eases, but more rain across the country

Bad weather is expected to persist into next week with heavier precipitation.

Ten districts of mainland Portugal under orange warning due to rain and swell

The districts of Aveiro, Beja, Braga, Coimbra, Faro, Leiria, Lisbon, Porto, Setúbal, Viana do Castelo and Vila Real will be placed under orange warnings in the coming days due to rough seas or rainfall, the IPMA announced today. According to the Portuguese Institute for the Sea and Atmosphere (IPMA), the orange warning will cover rough seas in ...

Ten districts of mainland Portugal on orange alert due to rain and rough seas

The districts of Aveiro, Beja, Braga, Coimbra, Faro, Leiria, Lisbon, Porto, Setúbal, Viana do Castelo and Vila Real will be subject to orange warnings in the coming days due to rough sea conditions or precipitation, the IPMA announced today.

Ten districts of mainland Portugal under orange warning due to rain and swell

The IPMA also issued several snow warnings for the districts of Guarda and Castelo Branco, warning of possible disruption from accumulating snowfall and potential ice formation.

Rough seas and rain put 11 districts on orange warning

IPMA has issued orange warnings for several districts due to rough seas and rainfall, with waves that may reach 12 metres and heavy rain expected in the coming days.

Ten mainland Portugal districts under orange warning due to rain and coastal swell

Yellow precipitation alerts are also in effect for Évora, Santarém, Lisbon, Leiria, Coimbra and Portalegre.

Largest snowfall of the decade worsens flood risk

Snow accumulated in the mountain ranges of the central inland region, together with heavy rainfall in recent days and the heavy precipitation expected on Monday and Tuesday, are increasing the risk of flooding.

Depression Ingrid reaches mainland Portugal on Thursday and brings rain, snow, wind and rough seas

Showers may include hail and be accompanied by thunder.

Several districts under warning for rain and rough seas over the coming days

Authorities have issued warnings for multiple districts due to forecasts of heavy rain and rough sea conditions over the coming days; residents are advised to expect possible disruption and follow safety guidance.

Eleven districts under yellow warning due to occasionally heavy rain and strong winds

Eleven districts of mainland Portugal are under a yellow warning this Tuesday because of forecast occasionally heavy rain, the Portuguese Institute of the Sea and Atmosphere (IPMA) says. The districts of Viana do Castelo and Braga were placed under a yellow warning from 21:00 on Monday until 09:00 on Tuesday for rain and strong winds.

Bad weather is back and heavy rain is expected: find out when it will start, how long it will last and where it will hit

Bad weather also affects Madeira and the Azores