Rio Grande do Sul Sees Rain Easing After Storms, Stable Weather Expected

Following a week of severe storms that impacted 169 municipalities and displaced over a thousand people in Rio Grande do Sul, the state is anticipating a shift to more stable weather conditions. A cold, dry air mass is moving into the region, promising reduced rainfall and clearer skies starting Thursday, May 23rd. While most of the state will experience firm weather, the eastern half, including the Metropolitan Region, North Coast, and Northeast, may still see isolated drizzle in the early morning hours. Temperatures are expected to drop, with colder dawns in areas like Campanha, Western Frontier, and the South. Afternoon temperatures will remain mild even with sunshine. The Civil Defense reported no significant rainfall expected in the next 24 hours, but recent floodwaters in streams and rivers will continue to require attention, with major rivers remaining above normal levels. The Taquari-Antas and Caí river basins are expected to maintain their flood levels on Thursday. By Friday, May 24th, increased cloudiness is forecast for parts of the state, though stable weather will persist. Isolated showers are possible in the eastern regions, potentially with lightning but no widespread storms. The western and southern parts of the state will see more sun and gradually rising temperatures. Saturday, May 25th, is expected to bring consistently firm weather across almost the entire state, with sunshine from morning and a very low chance of rain. Colder mornings are anticipated in the Campanha, Serra, and South regions, with more pleasant afternoons. Monitoring agencies indicate no conditions favorable for organized instability, signaling a truce after the intense rainfall period.