Record-Breaking Heatwave Hits Madeira: Temperatures Soar Above 31°C Before Noon
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Record-Breaking Heatwave Hits Madeira: Temperatures Soar Above 31°C Before Noon

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Summary:

  • Quinta Grande hits 31.1°C, the highest temperature this year in Madeira

  • Monte exceeds 30°C, with other areas like Santo da Serra and Pico Alto close behind

  • Ponta de São Jorge records the lowest maximum temperature at 23.0°C

  • Significant thermal variation observed across the region

Quinta Grande Records Highest Temperature of the Year

This Thursday, the Autonomous Region of Madeira (RAM) experienced unusually high temperatures, with the Quinta Grande weather station recording a scorching 31.1°C by 11:40 AM. This figure not only surpasses yesterday's peak at Chão do Areeiro but also marks the highest temperature recorded this year by the Portuguese Institute of the Sea and Atmosphere (IPMA) in RAM.

Quinta Grande heatwave

Photo: OD

Other Areas Also Feel the Heat

  • Monte saw temperatures exceed 30°C, reaching 30.1°C by 11:50 AM.
  • Santo da Serra and Pico Alto weren't far behind, with temperatures climbing to 29.5°C and 29.3°C, respectively, by late morning.

Significant Thermal Variation Across the Region

The lowest maximum temperature recorded by noon was in Ponta de São Jorge, at a comparatively mild 23.0°C, highlighting the region's diverse microclimates.

Pico do Areeiro temperature

Night temperatures in Areeiro

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