Heat will continue on the weekend throughout Brazil

From the 10th, a cold front should come and break with the atmospheric block that forms a heat bubble, especially in the south and southeast

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The maximum planned temperature for SP will be 32ºC

In recent days, Brazil has faced an intense heat wave that, according to meteorology, should continue until the weekend. High temperatures have mainly affected the central and southern regions of the country. However, there is a climate change forecast from March 10, when a cold front should arrive, breaking the atmospheric blockage responsible for maintaining high temperatures.

Currently, temperatures in some areas of Brazil can easily exceed 40ºC. Regions such as the west of Rio Grande do Sul, Santa Catarina and Paraná are among the most affected. In addition, the south of Mato Grosso do Sul and the entire state of They also face intense heat without rain forecast. The weather risk map indicates that relative humidity is below the ideal for human health during the hottest hours of the day, which aggravates the situation.

However, there is a slight hope of relief for some areas. In the capital of Rio de Janeiro, for example, there is a possibility of In the afternoon, though without large volumes. The maximum temperatures planned for today include 32ºC in São Paulo, 30ºC to 31ºC in Florianópolis and 27ºC in São Luís, where there is forecast of heavy rain.

The arrival of the cold front will bring temporary relief, especially for those who plan to enjoy Carnival in Sao Paulo over the weekend. The milder climate is expected to allow revelers to have more comfort to have a welcome breath after days of extreme heat.

*With information from Paula Nobre

*Report produced with the aid of AI

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