Serviço Meteorológico Nacional (SMN) issued a warning for the arrival of cold front number 17 at México. Starting this Friday, November 28th, the country will face 72 hours of intense rain and wind gusts of up to 60 km/h. The forecast indicates greater accumulations in the north and east of the territory.
The cold front will move through the northeast on Saturday night and remain active until Tuesday. Regiões as well as Veracruz, Tamaulipas and Huasteca will record the heaviest precipitation. Autoridades recommend precautions against landslides and floods.
Areas most affected by precipitation
Eighteen Mexican states will face scattered rains this Friday. The SMN identified the regions most at risk of significant accumulations.
- Veracruz: 70 to 150 mm of rain expected
- South of Tamaulipas: Precipitações intense in Huasteca
- New León: Chuvas moderate with gusty winds
- Coahuila: Nebulosidade and isolated precipitation
- Puebla: Aguaceiros in mountainous areas
The region of Vale of México will also record rain, although with less intensity. Defesa Civil monitors areas vulnerable to flooding.
Trajectory of the cold front across the territory
Cold front 16 is stationary at Golfo of México. Sua influence extends to Península from Yucatán and northeast of the country.
Front 17 will begin its advance through the state of Tamaulipas on Saturday night. The system will bring arctic air that will intensify weather conditions.
During Sunday and Monday, the front will remain active in the northeast region. Até Tuesday, December 2nd, temperatures will drop significantly.
Different regional conditions
Oeste and Pacífico maintain stable weatherA high pressure system prevents cold fronts from reaching the western and Pacífico regions. Skies will remain mostly clear with mild to warm temperatures.
Center and Altiplano with alternating patternAltiplano will record isolated showers until Friday. Manhãs cold and cool afternoons will characterize the region’s climate pattern.
Southeast with persistent heatApesar of slight drops in temperature, the southeast will maintain warm conditions. Occasional Aguaceiros will occur in isolation.
Rainfall details by state
Friday, November 28thThe SMN detailed the areas with rain forecast for the start of the weather event:
- Coahuila
- New León
- Tamaulipas
- Veracruz
- Oaxaca
- Tabasco
- Chiapas
- Campeche
- Quintana
- Yucatan
- They are Luís Potosí
- Querétaro
- Hidalgo
- Puebla
- Jalisco
- Michoacan
- Warrior
- México Valley
Veracruz concentrates the biggest concerns due to the expected volume of precipitation. The Huasteca region also faces a high risk of flooding.
Impact on temperatures and winds
Temperatures will drop sharply from Sunday onwards. Arctic air will intensify the cold, especially in the north of the country.
Wind gusts will reach 60 km/h in the most affected areas. The combination of precipitation and strong winds increases the risk of property damage.
- North East: Ventos most intense expected
- Center: Queda temperature 8-10°C
- North: Manhãs with thermal sensation below 10°C
The SMN recommends protection against the cold, especially for vulnerable groups such as the elderly and children.
Recommendations from authorities
Defesa Civil issued guidelines for the population. Medidas preventive measures must be adopted in risk areas.
Avoid driving through flooded streets or near slopes. Mantenha important documents in a safe and elevated place.
- Check home drainage systems
- Avoid outdoor activities during gusty winds
- Keep essential medicines and supplies
- Monitor up-to-date weather reports
Schools and public services may suspend activities in the most affected municipalities. SMN updates forecasts every six hours.
Evolution of the climate system
Saturday, November 29thCold front 16 will gradually weaken. However, the 17th front will begin its advance from the northeast.
Sunday, November 30thIntensificação of the weather conditions in Tamaulipas. Nebulosidade and fog will cover much of the state.
Monday, December 1stThe climate system will reach maximum intensity. Precipitações more voluminous will occur during 24 hours.
Tuesday, December 2ndGradual weakening of the cold front. Temperaturas will remain low across the north of the country.
The weather pattern is expected to repeat itself in the coming weeks. The cold front season in México has started earlier than expected.
