This Monday of Carnival saw the hottest temperatures recorded in Brazil predominantly in Mato Grosso do Sul, with forecasts of heavy rain for the region.
On the second day of Carnival, cities in Mato Grosso do Sul (MS), Brazil, registered the highest temperatures in the country, according to Climatempo. Notably, Três Lagoas recorded a sweltering 38.5°C, making it the hottest spot in Brazil for the day, alongside Água Clara, which reached 38.2°C. The extreme heat prompted alerts for intense rainfall across the entire state, indicating a volatile weather situation during this festive period.
The previous day, Sunday (15), had already marked Três Lagoas as the hottest location with a peak temperature of 36.9°C. The heat wave predominantly affected various municipalities in Mato Grosso do Sul, including Porto Murtinho, Aquidauana, Corumbá, and Fátima do Sul, highlighting a regional pattern of escalating temperatures. Climate monitoring shows that these cities are not only experiencing discomfort due to the heat but also facing potential hazards from the impending rain that could lead to severe thunderstorms and flooding.
As the summer continues, the meteorological trends suggest that such weather patterns may become more frequent, emphasizing the need for awareness about climate impacts in the region. This episode of extreme temperatures during a significant cultural event like Carnival poses challenges not only for revelers but also for local infrastructure and emergency services that must react to both heat advisories and rain forecasts.
