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Split Weather Pattern: Cold Front Brings Rain and Sleet to Northern Mexico, Strong Coastal Winds in Galicia, Extreme Heat in Mendoza

Officials issue location-specific guidance following forecasts of flooding risk, mountain frost, coastal gusts, dangerous heat.

Overview

  • Mexico’s National Meteorological Service says Cold Front No. 18 is over the north and northeast, with strong to very strong rains in states such as Baja California Sur, Sinaloa and Durango, and showers extending to parts of Sonora, Chihuahua and Coahuila.
  • Forecasters warn of a temperature drop, gusty winds and possible snow or sleet in high elevations of Sonora, Chihuahua, Durango and Sinaloa, with frost in some mountain zones and a risk of ponding and localized flooding.
  • Along Spain’s Galician coast, AEMET-based forecasts call for very high morning rain probabilities with generally light totals and notable gusts reaching about 59–61 km/h in towns including Bueu, Marín and A Guarda.
  • Mendoza, Argentina faces oppressive heat and instability with highs near 38°C and a chance of isolated nighttime storms, and authorities advise limiting sun exposure and staying hydrated.
  • Puebla, Mexico is expected to remain mostly clear with a very low chance of rain, temperatures around 10–23°C and moderate air quality reported locally.