The days ahead will remain largely overcast with frequent afternoon showers and possible thunderstorms, the Meteorological and Geophysical Bureau (SMG) said in a statement on its website yesterday.
The observatory advised residents to stay alert for high humidity and daytime temperatures climbing above 30 degrees Celsius, especially in the early part of the week.
According to SMG website, this week has kicked off with intense heat alerts. Rainfall started to become more frequent yesterday, as a broad trough of low pressure is forecast to bring afternoon showers and thunderstorms this week.
Residents should also expect mostly cloudy skies with periodic rain, particularly heavy showers today and tomorrow. Nights are predicted to remain muggy, with lows between 26 and 28 degrees Celsius, while daytime highs are forecast to hover around 30-32 degrees, peaking in midweek. Light to moderate south-westerly winds are expected this week, according to the observatory.
The weather station said residents can expect a week of hot and humid conditions, transitioning into more days with heavy rain from midweek, with increased chances of afternoon thunderstorms and floods in some areas.
The combination of heat and storm patterns raises the risk of heatstroke, slippery conditions, and possible local flooding, the bureau warned, adding that both residents and tourists are advised to stay hydrated, minimising outdoor exposure during peak heat or storm periods, and staying updated on alerts via the official SMG website.
Tourists armed with umbrellas during heavy rain gather in front of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Ruins of St. Paul’s last week. – Photo taken last week by Rui Pastorin
