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Multiple Weather Systems Set to Soak Mexico Today, With Extreme Heat in the Northwest

Officials warn of flooding and landslides from very intense southern rain, with evening showers expected in the capital.

Overview

  • SMN and CONAGUA forecast very intense to intense rainfall of 75–150 mm centered on Oaxaca and Chiapas.
  • For Mexico City and the State of Mexico, 25–50 mm is expected to begin broadly around 19:00, with Protección Civil noting possible red alerts and urging preparedness.
  • A low‑pressure area south of the Gulf of Tehuantepec is being monitored for potential cyclonic development and is aiding heavy rain in southern states.
  • Extreme heat persists in the northwest, with highs of 40–45 °C in Baja California and Sonora and 35–40 °C across multiple additional states.
  • Winds of 40–60 km/h are forecast in Baja California and Baja California Sur, with 1–2 m waves along the western Baja California coast and the coasts of Oaxaca and Chiapas, as CNPC reiterates landslide warning signs and evacuation guidance.