Rain and wind keep the Algarve unsettled

The national weather institute (IPMA) has issued a yellow warning for the Faro district due to expected heavy showers and potential thunderstorms today, Tuesday 10 November. Additionally, a new weather depression named Charles is forecast to impact mainland Portugal starting from the late morning of Wednesday 11 November.

Why it matters

If you are in the Faro district, you should be prepared for heavy rain and potential travel disruption today, Tuesday 10 November, while the approaching depression Charles may lead to further unsettled weather across the mainland from Wednesday 11 November.

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