Central Azores under yellow warning for heavy rain and possible thunderstorms
IPMA's yellow precipitation warning covers Faial, Pico, São Jorge, Terceira and Graciosa from 00:00 to 09:00 Azores time on 12 October.
Archived after its publication day. Search retains this original briefing for background and accountability.
Archived 12 September 2026The warning period corresponds to 01:00–10:00 in Lisbon. Conditions can disrupt exposed travel and outdoor work even though yellow is the lowest warning level.
- IPMA says rain may be heavy and accompanied by thunderstorms.
- The active warning area is the Central Group, not every Azorean island.
- A yellow warning means risk for weather-dependent activities and a need for attention.
Check the route, not only the island
Heavy showers can vary sharply over short distances. Check current flight, ferry and road information with the operator before leaving, especially for an early connection.
Avoid floodwater, exposed coastal edges and stopping under unstable trees or structures during a thunderstorm. Follow local civil-protection instructions if conditions worsen.
Warnings can change
This report records the official warning available during the morning publication cycle. IPMA can shorten, extend or raise a warning as observations change.
Use the live warning map for the operational decision. Call 112 for an immediate danger, not for a routine forecast enquiry.
What you can do now.
- 01
Open the live IPMA warning before travel or outdoor work.
- 02
Confirm an early flight or ferry directly with the operator.
- 03
Use 112 only for an immediate emergency.
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