Feb 7 • 17:04 UTC 🇧🇷 Brazil G1 (PT)

Weather changes in Paraná and risk of heavy rain this Saturday (7); see forecast

Paraná is under a storm risk alert for Saturday, with expected heavy rainfall and strong winds.

Paraná, Brazil, is currently under a yellow alert for severe storms as issued by the National Institute of Meteorology (Inmet) for Saturday, October 7. This alert, which began at noon on Saturday and remains in effect until noon Sunday, indicates potential rainfall of up to 50 mm and wind speeds reaching 60 km/h across all regions of the state. Initially, the weather on Saturday started stable; however, instability is expected to develop throughout the afternoon, leading to significant weather changes.

The southeastern part of the state is particularly at risk, with high chances of severe thunderstorms characterized by heavy rain, lightning, strong winds, and even hail according to updates from the Paraná Environmental Technology and Monitoring System (Simepar). The temperatures, despite the impending storms, are expected to remain quite warm, often exceeding 30 °C in most cities, suggesting a challenging mix of conditions for residents.

Looking ahead to Sunday, October 8, the weather is forecast to remain unstable, with intensified rainfall expected particularly in the eastern and northern regions of Paraná. The continuation of storm risks will likely keep residents alert as they prepare for the possibility of severe weather patterns in the coming days, highlighting the changing nature of September weather in the region and the importance of staying informed about further developments.

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