When the rains return to CABA: this is what the latest SMN forecast says

Buenos Aires is set to experience a return of rainfall this Friday, with the possibility of showers extending through a significant portion of Saturday, according to the latest forecast from the National Meteorological Service (SMN).

Instability is expected to increase Friday morning, with the SMN predicting thunderstorms and a 40-70% probability of precipitation. These conditions are likely to persist into Saturday, particularly in the afternoon, with similar probability levels.

Thursday is forecast to be mostly cloudy but without significant chances of rain. Temperatures are expected to reach a high near 20°C, with winds coming from the northeast. The shift in weather patterns will begin Friday, with cloudy skies in the early hours and morning showers anticipated, carrying a 70% chance of rain. The maximum temperature could reach 23°C, though the chance of precipitation will drop to 10% by night.

The period of greatest instability is predicted for Saturday. The SMN forecasts showers in the morning with a probability around 40%, increasing to 70% in the afternoon. Temperatures are expected to range between 14°C and 17°C.

In parallel with the forecast for the Buenos Aires Metropolitan Area, the SMN has issued yellow and orange alerts for various meteorological phenomena across different parts of Argentina. These advisories cover areas in the west and north of the country, including warnings for snowfall in the mountainous regions of Mendoza and San Juan, and strong winds in northern provinces, the Litoral, Cuyo, and parts of the Andes. Additionally, Zonda wind warnings are in effect for areas in Mendoza, San Juan, La Rioja, Catamarca, and Salta, a phenomenon known for causing sudden visibility reduction, sharp temperature increases, and very low humidity.