Latest news and stories about severe weather in travel in Portugal for expats and residents.
Part of the West Line reopens this Monday, but the trail of the storms will be felt for much longer.
Of the 346 road closures caused by the successive storms that affected Portuguese territory between the end of January and February, traffic has already been restored on 312. On the railways, the entirety of the Oeste and Beira Baixa lines remain to be reopened. Infraestruturas de Portugal (IP) recorded 346 total road closures, with 34 remaining.
Snow is forecast to continue falling this Saturday. Despite the cold, tourists guarantee that visiting Serra da Estrela is always a good experience.
By 2028, interventions will cost 111 million euros. The APA warns that new storms could worsen the situation.
Successive storms this winter pushed the sea inland, causing beaches to disappear and destroying access points, dunes, and cliffs along the entire continental coastline. The Portuguese Environment Agency has identified 147 particularly affected locations and estimates urgent investments of €15 million by May. However, there will be beaches where it will not be possible to lay out a towel this summer.
A month and a half after storm Kristin, CP still does not have replacement bus services on any of the lines closed due to bad weather.
On Monday and Tuesday, more than 170 flights were cancelled due to poor weather conditions.
ANA Airports reports that 43 arrivals and 42 departures have been cancelled.
Strong wind gusts are disrupting air traffic.
Home News Bad weather cancels 110 flights at Madeira Airport Bad weather cancels 110 flights at Madeira Airport More than 80 flights departing from or arriving in Madeira were cancelled on 2 March due to adverse weather conditions, according to ANA – Aeroportos on its official website.
Fifty flights departing or arriving were cancelled on Monday. Weather forecasts indicate adverse conditions that may disrupt operations in the coming days.
The archipelago will be impacted by bad weather associated with Storm Regina.
Commander Luís Martins warns that a new episode of an atmospheric river will affect mainland Portugal in the coming days, increasing the risk of falling trees and landslides. Authorities say the greatest danger is to those travelling on roads and urge motorists to be extra vigilant, follow official guidance, consider postponing non-essential journeys and watch for debris, flooded sections and unstable slopes. The warning highlights risks to transport infrastructure and the need for coordinated emergency response and preventative measures.
The Government has extended the state of calamity until 8 February and activated the National Civil Protection Emergency Plan nationwide in anticipation of Storm Kristin and other adverse weather expected in the coming days. The measures are intended to pre-emptively mobilise emergency services, coordinate national and local authorities, protect critical infrastructure and streamline relief efforts. The decision reflects elevated forecast risk and highlights priorities for rapid response: targeted resource deployment, clear public guidance, and post-event assessment of vulnerabilities and policy effectiveness.
Rail services on the Linha do Norte between Castanheira do Ribatejo and Alverca (Vila Franca de Xira, Lisbon) were suspended at about 06:00 due to flooding of the track, CP – Comboios de Portugal confirmed. The suspension affects local commuter links on this section and comes as the declared state of calamity for the area has been extended until 8 February; authorities and the operator are monitoring conditions and assessing restoration timelines.
The Portuguese Institute for the Sea and Atmosphere (IPMA) has issued a yellow warning for the Madeira archipelago today due to strong winds. The advisory signals elevated risk to public safety and potential disruption to transport and maritime operations; residents and visitors are advised to follow local guidance and monitor updates from authorities. The situation warrants vigilance but does not currently indicate the most severe weather categories.
Storm Kristin swept across Portugal, entering near Leiria and causing widespread destruction particularly in the Centre and West. By 22:00 on Wednesday the National Authority for Emergency and Civil Protection had logged around 5,400 incidents; high winds uprooted trees, ripped roofs from buildings and disrupted services. Local authorities and Civil Protection have been responding minute-by-minute to damage and casualties, although casualty figures were reported inconsistently during the day. The situation remains dynamic as emergency teams continue operations and meteorological services monitor the depression’s evolution over the coming hours.
Depression Kristin, following storm Joseph, is set to cross Portugal and has prompted Civil Protection to raise the special state of readiness to level 4 along the coastal strip from Viana do Castelo to Setúbal. Authorities expect the most critical period around 04:00; by 22:00 more than 1,500 incidents had been recorded and one person died in Vila Franca de Xira after a tree fell on a car. This minute-by-minute briefing tracks developments, emergency responses and public-safety impacts as the situation unfolds.
As of 20:00 on Monday mainland Portugal had logged 713 weather-related incidents, concentrated in the North and the Lisbon and Tagus Valley regions. Heavy rain forced road closures in Arcos de Valdevez and Caminha, flooded homes in Ponte de Lima and left one family homeless in Oeiras; emergency services remain active dealing with blockages and property damage. The situation highlights localized flash flooding and transport disruption, with authorities monitoring conditions and clearing affected routes.
Depression Ingrid has already triggered more than 700 recorded incidents across Portugal, prompting almost the entire mainland to be placed on level 3 special readiness until Saturday. The combination of heavy snow inland and very rough seas along the coast has generated widespread disruptions to transport, power and local services, placing sustained strain on emergency responders and public-safety operations. The high incident count underscores both the intensity of the system and the challenges of coordinating resources across multiple affected districts; continued vigilance is warranted as further snowfall and coastal deterioration are expected before conditions ease.
Storm Ingrid swept across mainland Portugal, bringing worsening weather that forced the closure of dozens of schools—especially in northern districts—and disrupted transport and public services. This live tracker monitors minute-by-minute developments, reports on emergency services' response, safety advisories for the public, transport interruptions and localised impacts on communities and infrastructure. The page focuses on evolving risks, operational updates from authorities and practical guidance for parents, commuters and vulnerable residents.
IPMA has issued a red warning after heavy snow affected Porto, Braga and three other districts for several hours. Authorities warn of possible serious traffic disruptions and localized impacts on supplies and services; emergency and transport agencies are being mobilised to maintain safety and restore critical links.
Depression Ingrid will reach Portugal from Thursday afternoon, bringing heavy rain, snow at higher elevations and extremely rough seas with waves up to 15 metres. IPMA has issued a red warning for the entire coastline for dangerous coastal conditions and a yellow warning for heavy rain at times; authorities and emergency services are urging the public to avoid coastal areas and follow safety guidance. Impacts may include flooding, coastal damage and transport disruption.
The Portuguese Institute for the Sea and Atmosphere (IPMA) warns that Depression Ingrid will affect mainland Portugal with rain, snow, strong winds and rough seas through Saturday (with some alerts into Sunday). Showers may include hail and thunder, and hazardous marine and coastal conditions are expected. Authorities and the public should prepare for disruption to travel, coastal activities and other weather-sensitive operations.
