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Intense Winter Storm to Bring Snow, High Winds, and Plunging Temperatures to Portugal and Surrounding Regions
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A critically important weather system is poised to impact Portugal, Spain, France, and the United Kingdom, bringing a return to colder conditions, heavy precipitation, and perhaps disruptive winds starting Thursday, January 15, 2026. forecasters are closely monitoring a developing depression trough and its associated fronts, which are expected to trigger a period of intense weather across Western Europe.
A Shift Towards a Colder Regime
The approaching meteorological situation is particularly noteworthy as it could signal a broader shift towards a sustained colder pattern. Experts suggest the polar jet stream is becoming increasingly meridional, potentially locking in wintry conditions for the remainder of January. “Lots of winter ahead” is how one meteorologist described the emerging pattern.
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Portugal Weather forecast – Thursday
Portugal is bracing for a period of unsettled weather on Thursday. Periods of cloudy skies, fog along the northern and central coastal regions, and clearing conditions in the central interior and south are expected.
Rain and showers will begin along the northern coast in the morning, quickly spreading across the entire country. Precipitation is anticipated to be occasionally heavy, wiht snow expected above 1,500-1,600 meters. Snow accumulations exceeding 10cm are possible above 1,700-1,800 meters, with the snow level dropping to 1,000-1,200 meters later in the day.
Southwesterly winds will be moderate, ranging from 20 to 30 km/h, becoming moderate to strong (30 to 45 km/h) with gusts up to 75 km/h along the coast and in the highlands of the North and Center. In the most exposed areas, gusts could exceed 90 km/h.
Temperatures are set to fall sharply, with minimum temperatures dipping below 5°C in the interior, potentially approaching 0°C with frost formation.Maximum temperatures will range from 4 to 8°C in the North and Center Interior, and 10 to 15°C elsewhere.Significant maritime unrest is also expected, with waves reaching 4-5 meters on the West Coast north of Cabo Carvoeiro and 2-4 meters in the south. Water temperatures will range from 14 to 15°C, with waves up to 2 meters on the Algarve’s South Coast where water temperatures will be around 16°C.
Island Weather: Azores and Madeira
The Azores will experience winds from the Northwest following the passage of a cold front, bringing polar air and a noticeable drop in temperatures. While significant precipitation is not anticipated, the thermal sensation will be very low.
Madeira is also forecast to see a Northwest wind, though it will be weaker. Temperatures are expected to remain relatively stable. The relatively stable conditions in both archipelagos are attributed to the influence of the Azores anticyclone, despite its mobile nature.
Regional Overview: Low Pressure Dominates
A low-pressure system is currently impacting Western Europe, displacing the Azores anticyclone. This shift is driving the unsettled weather conditions across the region.
The latest update from the ICON-EU model predicts total accumulated precipitation across Mainland Portugal.
. The German model DWD – ICON further corroborates this forecast for Thursday.
Looking ahead, residents are encouraged to stay informed and prepared for potentially hazardous conditions. The dynamic nature of the forecast necessitates continued monitoring of updates from reliable meteorological sources.
Source: luso Meteo – Meteorology and Climate
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