Weekly Weather Forecast: Heavy Rain and Temperature Drop in Southern Mexico
- Heavy rainfall and a notable drop in temperatures are expected across several southern Mexican states at the start of the week, according to the National Meteorological Service (SMN).
- The SMN forecast indicates that a combination of atmospheric instability and moisture inflow from the Gulf of Mexico and the Pacific Ocean will drive the precipitation, particularly during...
- Temperature-wise, the service noted a significant decrease in maximum values, especially in elevated regions of Chiapas and Oaxaca, where highs may struggle to reach 24°C (75°F).
Heavy rainfall and a notable drop in temperatures are expected across several southern Mexican states at the start of the week, according to the National Meteorological Service (SMN). The weather pattern brings the risk of intense, localized downpours in Veracruz, Oaxaca, Chiapas and Tabasco, prompting alerts for potential flooding and related hazards.
The SMN forecast indicates that a combination of atmospheric instability and moisture inflow from the Gulf of Mexico and the Pacific Ocean will drive the precipitation, particularly during the early hours of Monday, and Tuesday. Isolated storms could produce rainfall rates exceeding 50 millimeters per hour in the affected areas, increasing the likelihood of urban flooding, river overflows, and landslides in mountainous zones.
Temperature-wise, the service noted a significant decrease in maximum values, especially in elevated regions of Chiapas and Oaxaca, where highs may struggle to reach 24°C (75°F). In contrast, coastal areas of Veracruz and Tabasco will remain warm and humid, with lows near 22°C (72°F), creating conditions conducive to fog formation during nighttime and early morning hours.
Authorities in the affected states have been advised to monitor river levels and prepare emergency response teams, particularly in regions with a history of weather-related incidents. Civil protection units in Veracruz have already activated preventive measures along the Papaloapan and Coatzacoalcos river basins, while officials in Tabasco are reviewing drainage systems in Villahermosa and surrounding municipalities.
The SMN emphasized that the weather system is not associated with a tropical cyclone but rather a mid-level trough interacting with daytime heating and abundant low-level moisture. Residents are urged to stay informed through official channels and avoid crossing flooded roads or walking near riverbanks during periods of intense rain.
No immediate threats to life or widespread infrastructure damage have been reported as of the latest update. However, the SMN continues to monitor the situation closely and will issue updated advisories if conditions worsen or if new developments arise in the forecast.