Heat Wave Expected in Portugal During Saint Anthony's Day Festivities
A mass of hot, dry air from North Africa will bring a heat wave to Portugal between June 10-14, 2026, with temperatures potentially reaching 45°C. The Portuguese Institute for Sea and Atmosphere (IPMA) attributes the intense heat to weak winds that will amplify the feeling of heat. The country is under a yellow heat warning, with the hottest conditions expected on June 12, Saint Anthony's Day eve.
Portugal is bracing for a significant heat wave as a mass of hot, dry air from North Africa crosses the Iberian Peninsula from June 10-14, 2026. According to the Portuguese Institute for Sea and Atmosphere (IPMA), temperatures will rise sharply from June 11 onwards, with increases of around 10 degrees Celsius in some areas and potential highs of 45°C. The peak heat is forecast for June 12, Saint Anthony's Day eve, when maximum temperatures across most of the country will range from 35 to 40°C, while minimum temperatures may reach or exceed 20°C during the night of June 13-14. IPMA notes that the heat will feel more intense due to weakening winds that will significantly increase the perceived temperature. The high temperatures are expected to persist until Saturday, June 13, with a slight decline forecast from June 14 onwards. The country remains under a yellow heat warning throughout this period.
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