IPMA places two districts under yellow warning due to snowfall – Climate

The districts of Castelo Branco and Guarda are this Saturday under yellow warning due to the forecast of snowfall above 1600 meters, according to the Portuguese Institute of the Sea and the Atmosphere (IPMA).

According to the same source, the warning for snowfall, which has been in effect since 5:46 am, will remain until 12:00 pm this Saturday in those two districts.

The warning is for snowfall above 1600 meters and the possibility of an accumulation of 5 to 10 centimeters above 1800 meters, with the IPMA warning of possible disturbances in circulation, with blocked roads or roads, and possible ice formation.

The yellow warning is issued by the IPMA whenever there is a risk situation for certain activities dependent on the weather situation.

The IPMA predicts for this Saturday on the continent showers, which will decrease in frequency from the afternoon, and moderate to weak wind.

The forecast also points to a sharp nocturnal cooling and a slight decrease in the minimum temperature and strong sea agitation on the west coast, with the yellow warning issued to 10 districts due to the state of the sea ending at 6:00 am this Saturday.