Portugal atravessa nova vaga de calor com temperaturas a ...
As regiões do norte de Portugal continental voltam a estar sob alerta vermelho de calor. A partir do dia 10 de Agosto, as temperaturas podem voltar a aumentar no país.
pt.euronews.comHere are the latest notable updates on Portugal’s May temperature records:
- Portugal recorded its hottest May day on Mora, with 40.3°C, surpassing the previous May record of 40°C (set in 1953 and 2001) as a heatwave affected much of the country [BBC: Portugal breaks hottest May day record as Europe swelters in heatwave]. This marks the highest May temperature in Portugal’s history and signals a continuing pattern of extreme heat in springtime conditions [BBC: 2026-05-28].[4]
- The IPMA (Portuguese Institute for the Sea and Atmosphere) noted that the heatwave was concentrated in the Alentejo region and the Tagus Valley, with expectations of persistent high temperatures and heat warnings in several districts [BBC: Portugal breaks hottest May day record; IPMA context].[4]
- Earlier in 2026, there were reports of record-breaking temperatures in several locations across Portugal during early summer and late spring, underscoring a trend toward higher-than-average heat during May and June in the region [BBC: May 28, 2026 coverage], and broader European heatwave context reported in multiple outlets.[2][4]
What this means
- The May record (40.3°C in Mora) stands as Portugal’s hottest May measurement to date, exceeding the previous 40.0°C May record in the early 1950s/2001 period [BBC: 40.3°C Mora; previous 40°C record].[4]
- IPMA projected ongoing hot conditions, with more spots possibly reaching heatwave thresholds over the coming days, especially inland and southern areas [BBC: IPMA warnings cited].[4]
If you’d like, I can pull a brief side-by-side of the May temperature records by location and compare with historical May highs, or provide a short explainer on what IPMA heatwave warnings (red/orange/yellow) mean for daily life and safety. I can also monitor for updates and summarize any new records or changes in warnings. Please tell me which format you prefer (bullet list, quick table, or narrative).
Citations:
- Portugal breaks hottest May day record as Europe swelters in heatwave [BBC].[4]
- IPMA context and warnings in May heat event [BBC: summary of IPMA warnings; ].