According to the latest reports from Meteored, what should be a day of sun and heat will transform into a scenario of instability, with rains that will begin to appear from the southern zone and advance towards the north.
Rains confirmed for December 20 and 21
This frontal system, which arrives reinforced by a category 1 atmospheric river, will cause rains abundant and winds that could exceed 100 km/h in the most extreme areas. The concern of the authorities lies in the intensity of the rains in short periods of time, which could generate complications on the routes and foothill areas of Chili.
So that you are prepared, here we present the 6 key points of the forecast for rains:
- Home at the south end
- electrical activity
- Day of greatest intensity: Saturday, December 20, will be the most critical day, with constant rains between the Biobío Region and the north of Aysén.
- Central zone: although the impact will be minor, there will be weak and scattered rains in mountain sectors of the Metropolitan Region and Maule.
It is important to note that these rains Summer seasons tend to be warmer, which increases the risk of landslides in mountain range sectors. For this reason, tourists and locals are recommended to avoid climbing hills during the period of intense rainfall, especially in the central area where the zero isotherm could be higher than normal.
Meteorological experts warn that the combination of cloudiness and rains It will considerably lower maximum temperatures, breaking the trend of the previous heat wave. It is not ruled out that they are accompanied by isolated hail in the interior sectors of Ñuble and Maule, surprising those who were planning outdoor activities.
