Extratropical cyclone that passed through Rio Grande do Sul caused strong storms in the state; in São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro and Minas Gerais there is also an expectation of possible precipitation
The weather forecast for this Monday (16) in indicates the possibility of isolated rain, with temperatures that could reach 30ºC. The capital of São Paulo may experience precipitation due to the heat and humidity, although the chance of rain is considered low. The climate situation in São Paulo contrasts with the greater concern that is concentrated in Rio Grande do Sul, where a subtropical cyclone, called Biguá, caused intense rain over the weekend, especially in the city of Pelotas. The forecast is that coastal rains will continue to affect the region.
In addition to Rio Grande do Sul, other areas of Brazil should also be on alert. In Rio de Janeiro, Espírito Santo and Minas Gerais, the approach of a cold front, which connects with humidity from the Amazon, can cause strong storms. This climatic condition extends to Goiás, Distrito Federal, Mato Grosso, Rondônia, Amazonas and Acre, where intense storms are expected. In the North Region, high temperatures, which can reach 35ºC, increase the probability of heavy rain, making the climate even more unstable.
O issued a warning for storms in a large part of the Center and North of Brazil, including Minas Gerais, the Center-West and the North region. Despite the adverse conditions in several regions, the weather is expected to remain firmer in Bahia, south of Mato Grosso do Sul and west of the states of the Southern Region. The maximum temperatures predicted for today are 35ºC in Rio de Janeiro, 31ºC in Cuiabá and 23ºC in Porto Alegre, where cyclone Biguá still exerts influence on the local climate.
*With information from Paula Nobre
*Report produced with the help of AI
