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Severe heat | Recommendations

Portuguese Trails

In case of very hot weather, follow the recommendations of the Directorate-General for Health:

- Avoid direct exposure to the sun between 11 am and 5 pm;
- Use sunscreen with a protection index suitable for the type of skin, hat and glasses that offer protection against UVA and UVB radiation;
- Avoid outdoor activities, hiking, trekking during the hottest periods of the day;
- Avoid activities that require great physical efforts;
- Look for cool and airy places;
- Drink lots of water and avoid sugary and alcoholic beverages;
- Choose the lowest heat hours to travel by car.


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