Instituto Nacional de Meteorologia

Super El Niño ‘Godzilla’ intensifies, threatening global

172 clusters · 1876 sources · last updated about 2 hours ago

Latest: El Niño phenomenon: UN and WMO warn of extreme weather impacts

The Super El Niño phenomenon, nicknamed ‘Godzilla’, is reaching unprecedented levels. Sea surface temperatures in the equatorial Pacific have hit record deviations, with NOAA indicating temperatures are currently 3.05°C

Brazil fire and heat crisis intensifies

47 clusters · 241 sources · last updated about 19 hours ago

Latest: Brazil faces high mortality risk from Super El Niño heat

Brazil’s dry‑season fire‑prevention drive, intensified by El Niño, has seen widespread bans and massive resource mobilization. In Mato Grosso, a fire prohibition period is in effect across the Amazon, Cerrado, and Pantan

Brazil Weather Crisis: Floods, Storms & Severe Damage

204 clusters · 1033 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Rio Grande do Sul faces severe storms and flooding risks

By late September 2026, extreme weather driven by an extratropical cyclone and colliding air masses has escalated into a humanitarian and infrastructure crisis across Brazil and neighboring South American nations. In Ri

Portugal heat wave, wildfire, and weather instability 2026

84 clusters · 224 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Portugal faces heavy rain and wind alerts as weather shifts

The heat wave and wildfire crisis in Portugal intensified throughout July and early August 2026. July was the driest month for continental Portugal this century, with rainfall below 8% of the seasonal norm. This drought

Severe storms and hailstorms in Distrito Federal

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Distrito Federal hit by hailstorms and unstable weather

A series of severe storms and hailstorms have impacted the Distrito Federal region. An initial storm involving heavy hail and wind gusts of up to 80 km/h caused significant structural damage, including collapsed walls an

Weather patterns and humidity alerts in Alagoas

2 clusters · 60 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Brazil weather: Amazonas declares emergency amid drought as South faces heavy rain

Weather patterns in Alagoas transitioned from a period of brief instability and sunny conditions in mid-September to a period of low humidity by late September. Initially, forecasts indicated a mix of passing showers in

Regional developments in Brazil

4 clusters · 53 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Campo Grande issues weather alert as temperatures drop

In Campo Grande, the federal government has officially recognized a state of emergency following the severe windstorm on September 10, which caused preliminary damages estimated at R$ 40 million. This recognition is inte

Extreme rainfall and flooding in São Paulo

2 clusters · 40 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: São Paulo records highest September rainfall in 83 years

São Paulo has recorded its heaviest rainfall in 83 years, with the Mirante de Santana station reaching 304.6 mm of accumulated rain by late Tuesday. This volume surpasses the historical January average of 292 mm and near

Mato Grosso economic activity and employment 2026

6 clusters · 59 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Brazil agriculture faces climate risks and fertilizer cost concerns

Mato Grosso’s economic momentum is increasingly defined by a highly technological agribusiness sector that is driving a broader shift in Brazil’s economic productivity from the Southeast toward the country’s interior. Th

Brazilian municipal dengue prevention efforts

2 clusters · 19 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Distrito Federal Civil Defense alerts for storms and strong winds

Brazilian municipalities are intensifying public health efforts to combat the spread of dengue fever. In Itapecerica, a 2026 task force has been launched to coordinate urban cleaning and community mobilization, specifica

Storm damage and flight cancellations in Rio de Janeiro

5 clusters · 34 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Rio de Janeiro faces storm damage and flight cancellations

Meteorological instability continues across Brazil, characterized by heavy rainfall, storm warnings, and significant temperature fluctuations. In São Paulo, ARTESP maintains safety guidance for motorists, recommending re

Extreme weather and wildfire risk in Palmas and Amazon

2 clusters · 24 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Amazon region faces extreme heat and wildfire crisis

Authorities in Palmas, Tocantins, have intensified monitoring due to extreme heat and critically low humidity levels. The National Institute of Meteorology issued an orange alert, noting that humidity levels could drop b

Ipê tree blooming in Brazil

3 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 11 days ago

Latest: Manaus ipê trees transform Avenida Djalma Batista during flowering season

The blooming of native ipê trees has been observed across various Brazilian regions during the dry season. Initially, reports focused on Goiânia, where approximately 50,000 trees of various colors—including yellow, white

Extreme weather patterns in Brazil

2 clusters · 17 sources · last updated 11 days ago

Latest: Brazil experiences record rainfall and drought relief

In early September, a strong polar air mass brought record-breaking cold temperatures to Southeast Brazil. São Paulo recorded its coldest September afternoon since 2000, while Rio de Janeiro experienced its lowest maximu

Weather extremes and climate adaptation in Brazil and PT

2 clusters · 45 sources · last updated 13 days ago

Latest: El Niño phenomenon projected to persist until February 2027

Extreme weather events and climate adaptation measures continue to evolve in Brazil and Portugal, influenced by the El Niño phenomenon. The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has warned that El Niño is expected to p

Balneário Camboriú: Urban upgrades and climate resilience

22 clusters · 50 sources · last updated 14 days ago

Latest: Camboriú and Balneário Camboriú launch R$ 95.2 million flood mitigation project

Balneário Camboriú continues to advance its urban, tourism, and climate-resilience strategies. Infrastructure development remains a priority, with Águas de Camboriú implementing network reinforcements to improve water su

Severe weather and natural disasters in Brazil

2 clusters · 94 sources · last updated 16 days ago

Latest: Southern Brazil storms cause deaths and mass displacement

In early September 2026, the National Institute of Meteorology (Inmet) issued severe weather alerts across various Brazilian regions, including the South, Southeast, and Center-West. Warnings included risks of heavy rain

Extreme weather and accelerating heat in Amazonas, Brazil

4 clusters · 13 sources · last updated 17 days ago

Latest: Amazon Basin faces rapid increase in extreme heat and water stress

The Amazonas region of Brazil continues to face extreme weather patterns, including intense heat, severe storms, and increasing water stress. Following record-breaking temperatures in late August 2026, new research publi

Brazil El Niño climate response

5 clusters · 21 sources · last updated 17 days ago

Latest: Climate change drives global demand for infrastructure and urban adaptation

The Brazilian federal government has initiated measures to prepare for the projected 2026-2027 El Niño phenomenon, which experts suggest could be one of the strongest recorded since 1950. Initially, the Ministry of Devel

Flooding and severe storms in southern Brazil

3 clusters · 12 sources · last updated 18 days ago

Latest: Santa Catarina faces severe storms and flooding from extratropical cyclone

In late August 2026, authorities in southern Brazil initiated preventative measures to mitigate flooding risks. In Santa Catarina, the CT SATC technological center identified 590 points of obstruction in the Urussanga Ri

Mexico national seismic drill preparations

2 clusters · 34 sources · last updated 22 days ago

Latest: Mexico reports 53% drop in daily homicides under Sheinbaum administration

Mexico has scheduled its Second National Drill for September 19, 2026, at 12:00 PM central time. Coordinated by Civil Protection authorities, the exercise is designed to test evacuation routes, institutional communicatio

Brazil weather: Extreme cold and snow potential in south

7 clusters · 159 sources · last updated 23 days ago

Latest: Southern Brazil experiences snow and extreme cold

The cold front and extratropical cyclone impacting Brazil have resulted in widespread severe weather and significant temperature shifts. Following orange-level wind alerts for eleven states, the cyclone—formed near the B