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inclement weather

[ɪnˈklemənt ˈweðər]
noun phrase
tempo inclemente
1. Harsh, stormy, or unpleasant weather conditions characterized by rain, wind, snow, or extreme temperatures
The hiking trip was canceled due to inclement weather.
A excursão de trilha foi cancelada devido ao tempo inclemente.
2. Weather that is unsuitable or dangerous for outdoor activities
Airlines often experience delays during inclement weather.
As companhias aéreas frequentemente sofrem atrasos durante o tempo inclemente.
NYC Slang
gnarly weather, rough conditions
Synonyms
bad weatheradverse weatherfoul weathersevere weatherharsh weather
Antonyms
fair weatherclement weathergood weatherpleasant weathermild weather

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
tempo inclemente
Most common usage across Brazil
São Paulo
tempo ruim
Colloquial alternative
Rio de Janeiro
mau tempo
Common informal usage
Portugal
tempo inclemente
Standard formal usage; also 'mau tempo' colloquially

Related Idioms & Phrases

come rain or shine
weather the storm
under the weather
a bolt from the blue
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