Petrópolis expects up to 150 mm of rain; Vale do Paraíba and the north coast of São Paulo are also under alert
This Tuesday (16), Brazil faces significant changes in weather conditions, with alerts issued for several regions. In São Paulo, Civil Defense is on high alert due to the arrival of a cold front. This climate change should bring strong winds and intense rain to the capital and its metropolitan region. Temperatures in the city should vary between 29ºC and 30ºC, and the combination with high humidity could result in rain showers. The formation of heavy clouds during the afternoon increases the risk of disruption, requiring extra attention from residents.
In Rio de Janeiro, the situation is equally worrying, especially in the mountainous region, including Petrópolis, where the forecast is for up to 150 mm of rain. The Paraíba Valley and the north coast of São Paulo — especially Ubatuba — are also under alert, with up to 70 mm of precipitation expected. Angra dos Reis is not left out, with a forecast of 120 mm of rain. The risk area extends across the southeast, with special attention to the south and east of Minas Gerais. In the Central-West, states such as Goiás, Distrito Federal and Mato Grosso do Sul are also expected to record heavy rains, with significant rainfall expected until the end of the week.
Meanwhile, in the Northeast, the weather remains predominantly dry and hot, with the exception of Maranhão and Piauí, where there is a possibility of rain showers. In the south of the country, Porto Alegre recorded rain yesterday, but the cold front is moving in, which will bring a drop in temperatures starting tomorrow. Bahia and the north of Espírito Santo will have firmer weather, although Vitória may experience rain. The maximum temperatures predicted for today are 29ºC in São Paulo and Cuiabá, and 26ºC in Porto Alegre, with a drop expected from tomorrow due to the approach of a high pressure system.
These weather conditions highlight the need for preparation and attention on the part of authorities and the population. Sudden changes in the weather can cause significant disruption, from flooding to interruptions in transport and energy supply. Therefore, it is essential that everyone is informed and prepared to deal with the adversities that the weather may bring in the coming days.
*With information from Paula Nobre
*Report produced with the help of AI
