Severe Weather Alert: Cold Front and Rain Forecasts Across Mexico

National Weather Service Update

The National Meteorological Service (SMN) warns of changing weather conditions across Mexico today. A cold air mass and a low-pressure system will bring significant temperature drops in mountainous areas, while southern regions will experience rain. Many areas will remain mostly sunny.

Cold Temperatures Expected in the North

The SMN forecasts very low temperatures in northern mountainous regions. Durango may see temperatures ranging from -15°C to -10°C with frost. In Baja California and Chihuahua, temperatures will drop to between -10°C and -5°C.

Rain and Showers in the West, South, and Southeast

Despite a mostly dry and sunny atmosphere, a low-pressure system in the west and south will bring intervals of showers due to moisture from the Pacific Ocean.

• Heavy rain (25 to 50 mm) is expected in Guerrero and Oaxaca.
• Showers (5 to 25 mm) will occur in southern and southeastern Mexico.
  Fog may form in the central, eastern, and southeastern regions during the early hours, reducing visibility for drivers and pedestrians.

Dry and Warm Conditions in Other Regions

A high-pressure system near Baja California will maintain dry weather in the northwest, northeast, west, center, and east of Mexico. These areas will enjoy clear skies and warm temperatures during the day, although cooler mornings and evenings will persist.

Weather Forecast for Coahuila

Coahuila will have a mostly sunny day with pleasant temperatures varying by location:

• Saltillo: Sunny with temperatures ranging from 9°C to 26°C.
• Piedras Negras: Clear skies with temperatures between 9°C and 29°C, and moderate southeast winds.
• Monclova: Sunny and warm, temperatures will range from 12°C to 28°C. Sunscreen is recommended due to a moderate UV index.
• Torreón: A sunny day with morning temperatures at 7°C, rising to 29°C in the afternoon.

Rain Forecast for November 23

Heavy rain (25 to 50 mm) is forecast for Guerrero. Showers (5 to 25 mm) are expected in Jalisco, Colima, Michoacán, Oaxaca, Chiapas, and Quintana Roo. Isolated rain (0.1 to 5 mm) may occur in Baja California, Veracruz, and Tabasco.

Temperature Forecast

Maximum Temperatures:

• 35 to 40°C in Sinaloa, Nayarit, Jalisco, Colima, Michoacán, and Guerrero.
• 30 to 35°C in Baja California Sur, Sonora (south), Morelos, and coastal Oaxaca.

Minimum Temperatures:

• -15 to -10°C with frost in Sierra Durango.
• -10 to -5°C with frost in Sierra Baja California and Chihuahua.
• -5 to 0°C with frost in mountainous areas of Sonora, Zacatecas, Aguascalientes, Jalisco, Michoacán, Guanajuato, Querétaro, Hidalgo, Veracruz, Puebla, Tlaxcala, and Mexico State.
• 0 to 5°C in mountainous areas of Mexico City, Morelos, Oaxaca, and Chiapas.

Wind and Wave Forecast

Expect north winds of 30 to 50 km/h with gusts of 60 to 80 km/h in the Isthmus and Gulf of Tehuantepec. Winds of 15 to 30 km/h with gusts of 40 to 60 km/h will affect Baja California, Chihuahua, Coahuila, Nuevo León, and Tamaulipas. Waves will reach 1 to 2 meters in height in the Gulf of Tehuantepec, decreasing in the afternoon.

Public Recommendations

The SMN advises the public to:

1. In Cold Regions:

   • Dress warmly, especially in the morning and at night.
   • Protect vulnerable individuals, such as the elderly and children.
   • Avoid sudden temperature changes.

2. In Warm Regions:

   • Use sunscreen, sunglasses, and light clothing.
   • Stay hydrated and avoid prolonged sun exposure.
3. In Rainy Areas:
   • Be cautious of possible local flooding and fog.
   • Drive carefully and follow traffic signals.

The combination of a cold air mass and a low-pressure system results in various weather conditions in Mexico. Expect extreme temperatures in the north and heavy rain in the south and southeast. The rest of the country will enjoy warm and dry weather. Stay informed through official sources like the SMN, Conagua, and Civil Protection, and take precautions based on your area’s conditions.