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Heat up to 42°C and Saharan dust in Portugal: see the most affected regions and when temperatures drop
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Heat up to 42°C and Saharan dust in Portugal: see the most affected regions and when temperatures drop

RFM2 September 2026 at 11:40

Mainland Portugal is preparing for a sharp rise in temperatures, with maximum values that can reach 42 degrees Celsius. The intense heat arrives accompanied by dust from the Sahara, affecting various regions of the country. The most impacted areas will be identified throughout the article, which details the geographical distribution of this meteorological phenomenon. The drop in temperatures is expected soon, bringing with it the end of this heat wave and the improvement of atmospheric conditions.

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