Brazil Faces Heavy Rains and First Autumn Cold Wave

Brazil Braces for Autumn's First Cold Wave: Heavy Rains and Strong Winds Expected RIO DE JANEIRO, May 23, 2025 – A significant cold front is set to sweep across Brazil this weekend, bringing with it heavy rainfall and strong winds, according to Jovem Pan News. The impact will be most keenly felt in São Paulo and along its northern coastline, where intense downpours are predicted. The first major cold snap of the autumn is expected to arrive in the coming days, with temperatures plummeting across the country. "The northern coast of São Paulo, the Ubatuba region, and even Angra dos Reis in Rio de Janeiro, are expected to experience heavy rain and even high seas," reported Paula Nobre, Jovem Pan News' weather presenter. In São Paulo city itself, the maximum temperature is unlikely to exceed 22 degrees Celsius, with a significant chance of rain throughout the day. In Porto Alegre, even lower temperatures are expected, with frost reported in higher areas of the Serra Gaúcha region. Authorities urge residents to remain vigilant and heed weather warnings, particularly in areas prone to flooding and landslides. The cold front is expected to persist into the beginning of June, marking the start of the autumn cold season. The weekend is expected to bring slightly milder temperatures, but the cold front will continue to dominate the weather pattern in the coming days.