hot weather

[/hɑt ˈwɛðər/]
noun
tempo quente
1. a period of time characterized by high temperatures and warm atmospheric conditions
We're expecting hot weather this weekend, so remember to stay hydrated.
Estamos esperando tempo quente neste fim de semana, então lembre-se de se manter hidratado.
2. meteorological conditions with elevated heat levels that may affect daily activities
The hot weather made it difficult to exercise outdoors.
O tempo quente tornou difícil se exercitar ao ar livre.
In Brazil, hot weather is a dominant feature of daily life, particularly in tropical regions. Brazilians frequently discuss weather conditions and use expressions like 'que calor!' (what heat!) as casual conversation starters. Cold weather is rare except in southern regions, making 'hot weather' the baseline expectation. In the USA, extreme hot weather warnings have become increasingly common, particularly in southwestern states, affecting public health discussions and energy consumption patterns.
NYC Slang
brutal heat / straight up scorching
Synonyms / Sinônimos
heatwarm weatherhigh temperaturesummer heatscorching weather
Antonyms / Antônimos
cold weathercool weatherfreezing conditionschilly weather

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
tempo quente
most common and standard expression used across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
calor infernal
colloquial expression emphasizing intense heat, common in carioca speech
São Paulo
aquele calor
informal way of referring to typical São Paulo summer heat
Portugal
tempo quente / calor
Portuguese usage, less likely to use diminutives than Brazilian Portuguese

Related Words

heatwavetemperaturehumiditysummerclimateforecasttropical

Related Idioms & Phrases

It's hot as hell
Hotter than blazes
Breaking heat records
In the heat of summer
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