Water is one of the natural resources most affected by climate change. Effectively, the climate changes projected for the municipality of Loulé indicate that the municipality will face a decrease in average annual rainfall as well as an increase in intense rainfall over short periods, which can lead to rapid floods and floods. The heat waves will be more and more frequent and intense, as well as the drought periods, which will increase its intensity and frequency.
It is therefore essential to bet on a more efficient and sustainable management of the water resources sector and on the prevention of scarcity situations.