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The Easter weather forecast confirms that a cold front is advancing through the South with heavy rain and the possibility of storms this Saturday before causing a drop in temperature in the Southeast on Sunday while Northeast storms threaten to cause flooding during the long holiday
The cold front that the South of Brazil was waiting for gains strength this Saturday and will transform the Easter holiday across the country. The Easter weather forecast indicates heavy rain in the South with the possibility of isolated storms moving from Rio Grande do Sul to Santa Catarina and Paraná throughout the day, while the Southeast begins to feel the effects of the system already on Saturday night with increased humidity and a cloudy sky.
At the other end of the map, the holiday will also not be calm. Northeast storms with the risk of flooding and river overflows threaten especially Maranhão, Piauí, and Ceará, where the rain can be heavy at various times of the day, according to g1. The drop in temperature caused by the cold front will be felt mainly in the South and Southeast, but without intense cold: the heat decreases slightly and the afternoons become milder.
Good Friday with heat and showers in almost all of Brazil
Before the arrival of the cold front, this Good Friday is still marked by unstable weather with heat and high humidity favoring showers in various regions.
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In São Paulo, the sun appears in the morning and rain arrives in the afternoon, which can be moderate to heavy, with a maximum around 30°C. In Rio de Janeiro, the heat remains more intense with temperatures above 30°C and showers at the end of the day.
In the South, Friday already shows signs of what is to come. Rio Grande do Sul has irregular rain throughout the day with a muggy feeling and maximums near 30°C in Porto Alegre. Santa Catarina and Paraná also register showers, mainly in areas closer to the coast.
The Easter weather forecast shows that this scenario changes drastically starting Saturday with the intensification of heavy rain in the South.
Saturday: cold front gains strength and heavy rain hits the entire South
On Saturday, the cold front effectively advances over the South of the country.
The rain intensifies in Rio Grande do Sul with moderate to heavy showers and the possibility of isolated storms that should advance throughout the day to Santa Catarina and Paraná, turning the first day of the holiday into a closed weather day throughout the region.
The wind increases along the coast and the sea becomes more agitated, especially on the coast of Rio Grande do Sul. The heavy rain in the South brings the risk of localized flooding in urban areas and requires attention from those who planned road trips during the holiday.
At night, the system begins to influence the Southeast, and in São Paulo, the increase in humidity already leaves the sky more overcast, especially in areas close to the coast.
The drop in temperature begins to be felt in the South already during the early hours of Saturday to Sunday.
Easter Sunday with overcast sky in the Southeast and drop in temperature
On Easter Sunday, the cold front reaches the Southeast and the weather becomes more overcast. São Paulo will have many clouds and rain at various times, especially in the capital and on the São Paulo coast, in a direct contrast to the heat of 30°C recorded on Friday.
The Easter weather forecast for the Southeast is for a cloudy sky for most of the day.
The drop in temperature caused by the cold front will be noticeable but not extreme. The heat decreases in the South and Southeast, but still appears during the day, with milder afternoons instead of intense cold.
For those who planned outdoor activities on Easter Sunday, the recommendation is to bring a light jacket and be prepared for rain, especially in the capital and coastal cities.
Northeast storms with risk of flooding during the whole holiday
While the Central-South deals with the cold front, the North and Northeast face their own climatic challenge.
Northeast storms with heavy showers especially affect the northern strip of the region, with Maranhão, Piauí, and Ceará concentrating the highest risk of intense rain and high accumulations.
In São Luís and Fortaleza, the sky remains overcast and rain can occur at various times throughout the extended holiday.
The Northeast storms bring a real risk of flooding and river overflows, especially in Maranhão and Pará, where high humidity keeps rain accumulations high.
Temperatures in the region range between 28°C and 31°C, with no significant drop in temperature, but with the discomfort of muggy conditions caused by persistent humidity.
Central-West and North complete the holiday map
In the Central-West, the pattern is heat with isolated showers. Cuiabá and Goiânia register rain mainly in the afternoon with high temperatures, while Campo Grande has more stable weather for most of the day.
The cold front does not arrive with enough strength to cause a significant drop in temperature in the region.
In the North, rain remains frequent and widespread. Amazonas, Pará, Roraima, and Amapá continue with showers throughout the day, some more intense, keeping the weather muggy throughout the holiday.
The Easter weather forecast for these regions is for persistent rain without respite, which requires attention for areas with a history of flooding.
How will the holiday be in your city?
The cold front transforms the Easter holiday across Brazil.
Heavy rain in the South with storms on Saturday, drop in temperature in the Southeast on Sunday, Northeast storms with the risk of flooding, and persistent rain in the North: the Easter weather forecast requires planning for those who intend to travel or engage in outdoor activities.
What is the weather like in your city this holiday? Did you change your plans because of the rain? Share in the comments how Easter is in your region.
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