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Twist: Will September turn into summer? Everything points to above-normal heat

Notícias de Coimbra9 September 2026 at 08:09

The second half of September may be marked by above-normal temperatures and below-average rainfall in Portugal. The weather forecast indicates a turnaround from the beginning of the month, suggesting that climatic conditions will change significantly.

The data points to a warmer period than normal for this time of year, approaching typical summer characteristics. This weather situation represents a change from the usual expectations for the month of September.

The forecasted scenario contrasts with the beginning of the month and reinforces the possibility of a late summer finale in mainland Portugal.

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