The start of the week arrives with an umbrella in hand. This Monday April 20much of the country will face a panorama of heavy rain, thunderstorms and possible hailaccording to the most recent report from the National Meteorological Service.
The combination of low pressure channels, atmospheric instability and the entry of humidity will cause significant rainfall in various regions, especially in the center and west of the national territory.
The organization predicted very heavy rains (50 to 75 mm) in:
- Michoacán (northwest, center and northeast)
- Guanajuato (south and southeast)
- State of Mexico (west, center and southwest)
These conditions could generate flooding, flooding and rising levels of rivers and streamsso extreme caution is recommended.
Furthermore, it is planned showers with heavy rain (25 to 50 mm) in entities such as:
- Jalisco
- Queretaro
- Morelos
- Mexico City
- Warrior
- Oaxaca
- Chiapas
- Veracruz
- Tabasco
While there will be shower intervals (5 to 25 mm) in northern, central and southeastern states, including Chihuahua, Coahuila, Nuevo León, Puebla and Tlaxcala.
All rains will be accompanied by electric shocks and possible hail fallwhich increases the risk in urban areas and roads.
Despite the rains, the heat will continue to be present in much of the country. He SMN reported that it will continue heat wavewith temperatures of:
- 40 to 45°C in Sinaloa, Durango, Nayarit, Guerrero and Chiapas
- 35 to 40°C in northern, western and southeastern states
- 30 to 35°C in areas of the center and Gulf of Mexico
This contrast between extreme heat and intense rain will be a constant during the day.
The authorities warn that the weather conditions this Monday can generate:
- Floods and landslides
- Falling trees and advertisements
- Flooding in urban areas
- Extreme heat effects
Therefore, it is recommended:
- Avoid crossing streets or rivers with strong currents
- Stay informed through official sources
- Drive carefully during rainy weather
- Stay hydrated and avoid prolonged sun exposure
This Monday’s weather reflects the typical April contrast in Mexico: while some regions face intense stormsothers deal with sweltering high temperatures.
So it doesn’t hurt to go out prepared for everything: from a raincoat to sunscreen, because the weather today will not let up anywhere in the country.
