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The heatwave in Brazil that hit in March is set to end as a cold front arrives between Good Friday and Easter Sunday, causing a temperature drop of up to 6 degrees and rain in the Central-South region, according to the Easter weather forecast.

Written by Bruno Teles
Published on 02/04/2026 at 14:54
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The weather forecast Easter confirms that a cold front will end the heat wave Brazil between Friday and Sunday with a temperature drop of up to 6 degrees in the South and between 3 and 4 degrees in the Southeast, in addition to rain South-Central distributed during the long holiday

The cold front that Brazil has been expecting since the beginning of the heat wave Brazil recorded at the end of March finally has a date to arrive. According to Nottus Agency, the system is expected to reach the country between Good Friday and Easter Sunday, causing a temperature drop of up to 6 degrees in the South and bringing South-Central rain to the three regions that suffered the most from the heat.

The weather forecast Easter indicates that the long holiday will be very different from the last days of March. Instead of clear skies and above-average thermometers, the South, Southeast, and Central-West regions are expected to face more frequent rains and milder temperatures, which represents relief for those who endured weeks of intense heat, but requires attention from those who planned outdoor activities.

Heat wave Brazil dominated March with sun and high temperatures

The end of March was marked by a persistent weather pattern: a high-pressure system kept the skies clear and temperatures high across much of the country.

The heat wave Brazil hit hardest in the South, Southeast, and Central-West regions, where the predominance of sun and the absence of significant rains kept thermometers above average for consecutive days.

Meanwhile, the North and Northeast regions continued with their typical pattern of more intense rain showers, driven by areas of instability that did not reach the South-Central.

The climatic difference between the regions heightened the feeling of extreme heat in states like São Paulo, Paraná, and Minas Gerais, where the combination of high temperatures and low humidity made the last days of March particularly uncomfortable.

Cold front arrives between Good Friday and Easter Sunday

The change in the scenario begins to take shape at the start of Easter week, with the weakening of the high-pressure system that had been ensuring clear days.

With the loss of strength of this system, the atmosphere becomes more unstable again, favoring the formation of heavy clouds and the return of precipitation.

The major turning point occurs between Good Friday and Easter Sunday, when the cold front effectively reaches the country. This system is expected to intensify instabilities and cause more frequent and widespread South-Central rain, affecting the South, Southeast, and Central-West regions broadly.

The weather forecast Easter from Nottus Agency indicates that the holiday will be marked by a climate completely different from the heat recorded in the previous days.

Temperature drop of up to 6 degrees in the South and up to 4 degrees in the Southeast

In addition to South-Central rain, the cold front will also significantly lower the thermometers.

The weather forecast Easter indicates a temperature drop between 4 and 6 degrees in the South, where the heat of March was especially intense. In the Southeast and Central-West, the reduction is expected to be between 3 and 4 degrees.

The good news is that, despite the temperature drop, there is no expectation of intense cold. The predicted scenario is for a more pleasant and mild climate during the long holiday, without frosts or extreme lows.

For those who planned trips or outdoor activities for Easter, the recommendation is to bring a light jacket and be prepared for rain, especially in the South, where the cold front arrives with more force and the temperature drop will be more noticeable.

North and Northeast do not feel the effects of the cold front

While the South-Central prepares for the climatic shift, the North and Northeast regions are expected to spend the holiday without significant temperature changes.

The effects of the cold front are limited to the South-Central, and in the northernmost regions of the country, thermometers are likely to remain stable throughout the period.

This does not mean dry weather in the North and Northeast. Rains continue to occur locally in these regions, maintaining the typical pattern that had already been observed throughout the heat wave Brazil in the rest of the country.

The difference is that, while the South-Central rain will be caused by the cold front and will come accompanied by a temperature drop, the precipitation in the North and Northeast follows its natural cycle without alteration in the thermal pattern.

Easter holiday will have opposite climate to the end of March

The contrast between the last days of March and the Easter holiday will be evident.

The heat wave Brazil that dominated the headlines gives way to a cold front that transforms the climatic scenario of the entire South-Central, bringing distributed rains and milder temperatures just when millions of Brazilians will be traveling for the long holiday.

The weather forecast Easter summarizes what to expect: temperature drop of up to 6 degrees in the South, frequent South-Central rain between Friday and Sunday, mild weather without extreme cold, and North and Northeast without significant changes.

For those who were hoping for the end of the heat, the cold front arrives as relief. For those who planned beach or barbecue outdoors, it is worth adjusting the plans.

Have you adjusted your plans for the holiday?

The cold front arriving at Easter ends the heat wave Brazil of March and brings South-Central rain with a temperature drop that can reach 6 degrees in the South.

The weather forecast Easter is clear: the holiday will be milder, rainier, and very different from the heat that marked the last weeks.

Do you prefer the heat of March or the mild weather that the cold front will bring? Have you changed your plans for the holiday because of the rain? Tell us in the comments how your Easter will be.

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Bruno Teles

Falo sobre tecnologia, inovação, petróleo e gás. Atualizo diariamente sobre oportunidades no mercado brasileiro. Com mais de 7.000 artigos publicados nos sites CPG, Naval Porto Estaleiro, Mineração Brasil e Obras Construção Civil. Sugestão de pauta? Manda no brunotelesredator@gmail.com

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