This week will witness extremely high temperatures due to a weather phenomenon known as a “heat dome.” With minimum temperatures above 25°C, the maximum can reach 37°C.
Heat in Buenos Aires. Photo: EFE
he Buenos Aires Metropolitan Area (AMBA) and Suburbs of Buenos Aires This week will be intense Heat waveAccording to expectations National Meteorological Service (SMN).
This phenomenon is caused by A “Heat Dome”He will attend Extreme temperatures This will also affect a large part of the country, and the maximum is expected Up to 43°C In some governorates.
Heat wave in Buenos Aires and several provinces in Argentina. Photo: EFE.
he “Heat Dome” It occurs when a mass of warm air is trapped over an area due to atmospheric blocking. Preventing the entry of new currents. This stagnation generates a Heat accumulation Which can last for several days, increasing health risks, especially in vulnerable groups such as children and the elderly.
You may be interested in:
Buenos Aires heat wave alert: recommendations for taking care of high temperatures
Weekly forecast: Peak heat will arrive on Thursday
he Hottest day of the week It will be Thursday, January 16thwith a maximum temperature of 37°C The minimum is 26 degrees Celsius. Below are the details of the forecast for this week:
- Monday 13 January: The minimum temperature is 23 degrees Celsius and the maximum temperature is 33 degrees Celsius, with partly cloudy skies. No chance of rain.
- Tuesday 14 January: The minimum temperature is 24°C and the maximum is 34°C. Today the sky will be somewhat cloudy, without rain.
- Wednesday 15 January: Minimum 25°C and maximum 36°C. The sky is expected to be clear during the morning, and partly cloudy in the afternoon, with a chance of rain falling at 0%.
- Thursday 16 January: It will be the hottest day, with a high of 37°C and somewhat cloudy skies.
Extended forecast for this week in Buenos Aires. Image: SMN.
A thermal dome is expected to be as well It begins to wane on the weekend of January 18th and 19thWhen the wind system changes it will allow fresh air to enter from the south. This phenomenon will accompany Rain Which helps moderate high temperatures and break air blockages.
You may be interested in:
Today’s weather in Buenos Aires: What will the weather be like on Sunday, January 12?
Precautions to avoid heatstroke
SMN recommends extreme Precautionary measures During these days.
- Moisturizing: Drink water constantly, even if you are not thirsty.
- Avoid the sun: Do not expose yourself to the sun during the hottest hours (between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.).
- Caring for the most vulnerable groups: Pay special attention to children, the elderly and infants.
- Avoid inappropriate drinks and foods: Reduce consumption of drinks that contain caffeine, alcohol, or sugar, and avoid large meals.
- Suitable clothing: Wear light-colored clothing, a hat, and sunglasses.
- Reducing physical activity: Avoid physical exertion during the hottest hours.
- Find shelter: Stay in well-ventilated or air-conditioned places.
Find out the expanded weather forecast by entering today’s weather in Argentina: Check maximum and minimum temperatures and probability of precipitation.
