Heavy Rains Alert in Mexico: Up to 75mm in 3 States

Cold front 36 is moving across central, eastern, and southeastern Mexico, bringing a mass of polar air. This interaction is causing significant rainfall, particularly in Veracruz, Oaxaca, and Chiapas, with expected accumulations of 50 to 75 mm. The polar air mass is also generating a powerful 'Norte' wind event, with gusts reaching 80 to 100 km/h along the Gulf of Mexico coast and the Yucatan Peninsula. Furthermore, a Tehuantepecano event, also influenced by the air mass will produce gusts of up to 100 Km/h. Temperatures will drop considerably in the northeast, east, center, and southeast of the country. The SMN forecasts that the front will move towards the Yucatan Peninsula by the weekend. While some areas experience cold and rain, the Pacific coast will see high temperatures, reaching 40-45°C in some states.

Q: What is a "Norte" event?

A "Norte" event is a strong wind phenomenon that occurs in the Gulf of Mexico and the Isthmus of Tehuantepec, characterized by strong northerly winds.

Q: Which states are most affected by the heavy rains?

Veracruz, Oaxaca, and Chiapas are expected to experience the heaviest rainfall.

Q: What is the Tehuantepecano Effect?

It is a meteorological effect that results in strong winds in the Isthmus and Gulf of Tehuantepec.

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