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Portugal reaches 38°C today: 13 districts under yellow warning due to heat
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Portugal reaches 38°C today: 13 districts under yellow warning due to heat

SAPO13 September 2026 at 09:19

Continental Portugal faces this Sunday a new rise in temperatures, with the heat episode associated with the so-called "African ridge" reaching a more intense phase. Temperatures can reach 38 degrees in several regions of the country.

Thirteen districts of continental Portugal are under yellow warning due to the heat. This adverse weather situation affects a large part of the territory, alerting the population to the risks associated with high temperatures.

The phenomenon is related to the "African ridge," a mass of hot air originating from the African continent that has been affecting the Iberian Peninsula in recent days. This weather situation is common during summer, but the intensity of this episode has led authorities to issue safety warnings.

Why this matters

Readers in 13 Portuguese districts face extreme temperatures that can reach 38°C, with an active yellow warning. This intense heat episode, caused by the "African ridge," represents a risk to public health, especially for vulnerable groups, and may require prevention measures such as hydration and limiting sun exposure.

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