The Portuguese Institute of the Sea and the Atmosphere extended the yellow warning due to intense heat in the municipality of Almeirim until 6:00 PM on Saturday, September 5, given the forecast of high maximum temperature values.
For this Friday, September 4, temperatures between 21 and 35 degrees are expected. On Saturday, thermometers should range between 19 and 38 degrees, with a new heat peak expected during the weekend.
Although the yellow warning ends on Saturday, temperatures are expected to remain high on Sunday, September 6, with a minimum of 19 degrees and a maximum of 36 degrees in the municipality.
Given the forecast temperatures, the Directorate-General for Health recommends increasing water intake, even without feeling thirsty, reducing the consumption of alcoholic beverages, and staying in cool, ventilated, or air-conditioned places for at least two to three hours a day. Direct sun exposure is also advised to be avoided, especially between 11:00 AM and the afternoon hours.
