Cold Front Brings Heavy Rains, Polar Air, and Low Temperatures Across Mexico

A powerful cold front continues to impact large portions of Mexico, bringing intense rainfall, dropping temperatures, and strong winds to the northern, northeastern, and central regions. According to reports from the National Meteorological Service and the National Water Commission, the weather system has generated severe weather patterns characterized by electrical storms and hail.

The most severe precipitation is concentrated in Coahuila, Nuevo León, and Tamaulipas, where rainfall accumulations are projected to reach between 75 and 150 millimeters. Additional heavy downpours and thunderstorms are affecting regions in the south and east, including Veracruz, Tabasco, Oaxaca, and Chiapas, raising concerns about potential flooding, mudslides, and swollen rivers.

Meteorologists indicate that the polar air mass associated with the weather system is driving a notable drop in temperatures across northern and mountainous areas. While regions in Chihuahua and Durango have experienced temperatures plunging as low as minus five degrees Celsius with morning frosts, areas in central zones and high-altitude locations report minimums ranging from zero to five degrees Celsius.

In contrast, warmer conditions persist along the southern Pacific coast, the Gulf of Mexico, and the Yucatán Peninsula. Maximum temperatures in these areas are forecasted to reach between 35 and 40 degrees Celsius, creating a sharp climatic contrast between the northern and southern parts of the country.

The capital region and the State of Mexico are also experiencing the effects of the weather system. Morning conditions feature cooler temperatures and fog in higher elevations, followed by afternoon warmth, cloud cover, and scattered showers accompanied by electrical activity and potential gusty winds.

Authorities have also issued warnings regarding strong winds and elevated wave heights. Wind gusts ranging from 40 to 70 kilometers per hour are expected in areas such as the Isthmus and Gulf of Tehuantepec, along with coastal waves reaching up to three meters in parts of the Baja California peninsula.

Civil Protection agencies urge the public to remain vigilant, avoid crossing flooded areas, and follow official updates. The cold front is expected to gradually weaken and dissipate, though weather officials continue to monitor atmospheric developments closely.