Week to see temperatures above 40°C with tropical nights, IPMA warns

This week is set to bring unprecedented heat to Portugal, with temperatures soaring above 40°C and tropical nights expected. The Portuguese Institute of the Sea and Atmosphere has issued yellow alerts for central and southern inland districts, expanding to other regions as the week progresses. This heatwave is a stark reminder of the severe climate challenges Portugal, and indeed much of Europe, faces amid increasing global temperatures. Such extreme weather conditions could have significant impacts on agriculture, health, and daily life, underscoring the urgent need for climate action.