Today: Rain in São Paulo, sun in Brasília and clouds in Rio

São Paulo: rain at 6 a.m. and a high of 23°C

In São Paulo, today’s forecast calls for sunny skies with occasional rain, a 60% chance of rain and a rainfall total of 4 mm. Temperatures are expected to range from 17°C to 23°C.

At 6 a.m., 1.0 mm of rain is forecast, with a temperature of 17°C. At 9 a.m., the forecast calls for sunny skies, 18°C and a 40% chance of rain. At noon, cloudy skies are forecast, with 21°C and a 10% chance of rain. At 3 p.m., the forecast calls for sunshine and 23°C, with a 10% chance of rain. People heading out at 6 a.m. may want to take an umbrella.

Brasília sunny at 30°C; Rio cloudy at 23°C

In Brasília, the forecast calls for sunshine with occasional clouds, a low of 20°C and a high of 30°C. Relative humidity for the day is 32%, the chance of rain is 20%, and no rainfall accumulation is forecast (0 mm). The forecast is 21°C at 6 a.m., 29°C at noon and 30°C at 3 p.m. The capital’s WBGT heat index is at the Caution level.

In Rio de Janeiro, the forecast calls for a cloudy day, with a low of 21°C and a high of 23°C, 78% humidity and a 40% chance of rain, with no rainfall accumulation forecast (0 mm). At noon, the forecast indicates 23°C and cloudy skies. The outdoor activity index for Rio is rated Excellent.

Recife to reach 32°C; heat calls for severe caution

In Recife, the forecast calls for sunshine with occasional clouds, temperatures between 26°C and 32°C, 66% humidity and a 20% chance of rain, with no rainfall accumulation forecast (0 mm). The forecast is 31°C at 9 a.m. and 32°C at noon.

The WBGT heat index is at the Severe Caution level in Recife, and the city’s outdoor activity index is rated Poor. The mosquito index recommends using repellent in Recife; in Brasília, mosquito activity is strong and the recommendation is for full protection.