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Buenos Aires Weather: Sunny Skies Return Friday After Thursday Storms, But Cold Intensifies

Buenos Aires Weather: Sunny Skies Return Friday After Thursday Storms, But Cold Intensifies

From La Nación · () Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Buenos Aires will experience strong storms, hail, and wind on Thursday, with temperatures around 14°C.
  • Friday will bring sunny skies and a significant drop in temperature, with lows reaching 5°C.
  • The weekend forecast includes clear skies and cool temperatures, with highs around 13°C on Saturday and 4°C on Sunday morning.

Buenos Aires and its surrounding areas (AMBA) are bracing for severe weather on Thursday, with forecasts predicting strong storms, hail, and high winds throughout much of the day. Residents can expect moderate easterly winds in the morning, accompanied by cloudy skies and a low of 13°C. The day is set to bring a "full severity combo" of precipitation, potential hail, electrical activity, and strong winds, persisting into the late afternoon. Authorities warn against underestimating the meteorological adversity, as atmospheric conditions could pose risks to structures and individuals outdoors. The temperature will hover around 14°C in the afternoon, with a slight abatement of severe events expected towards sunset. The night will bring strong winds and cooler temperatures, with weaker, isolated precipitation.

Friday promises a significant shift in weather patterns as a progressive and sustained temperature drop is expected. Cold, dry air will clear the skies, bringing back sunshine after several cloudy days. The minimum temperature is forecast to fall to 5°C, creating a chilly morning with mostly clear skies and light westerly winds. Despite the full sun, the cold air will keep the mercury around 13°C for the day, meaning jackets will likely be necessary. As the sun sets, the environment will feel distinctly wintry, with slightly cloudy skies and a low of 10°C, suggesting evening outings will require warm clothing.

The weekend forecast indicates continued clear skies but with a further drop in temperatures. Saturday morning will start cold, with the mercury at 7°C, but moderate to strong southerly winds could create a significantly lower wind chill effect, especially in suburban areas. As the day progresses, temperatures will rise slightly, offering a mostly sunny afternoon with a maximum of 13°C. However, surface winds will remain cool, necessitating warm attire for any outdoor activities. The evening is expected to be stable and windy, with temperatures around 9°C.

Sunday will see another influx of cold air, further accentuating the thermal decline in the region. A very cold morning is anticipated, with temperatures dropping to 4°C. The day is expected to be sunny and windy, continuing the cool trend.

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Originally published by La Nación in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.