fair weather

[/fɛr ˈwɛðər/]

noun/adjective

bom tempo

1. Pleasant weather conditions; clear skies and mild temperatures

The forecast predicts fair weather for the weekend.

A previsão indica bom tempo para o fim de semana.

2. Superficial or conditional support; loyalty only during prosperous times

He proved to be a fair weather friend who abandoned me in difficult times.

Ele se mostrou um amigo de bom tempo que me abandonou em momentos difíceis.

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Regional Variations

General Brazilian

bom tempo

Standard usage for pleasant weather conditions

General Brazilian

amigo de bom tempo

Idiomatic expression for fair-weather friend

Portugal

bom tempo

Same usage as Brazilian Portuguese

Portugal

amigo de bom tempo

Same idiomatic usage as Brazil

fair weather friend - someone who is friendly only during good times

fair weather sailor - someone who only participates in activities when conditions are favorable

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