The weather in Hidalgo is set to undergo significant changes starting March 19, 2025, as reported by the Servicio Meteorológico Nacional (SMN) of the Comisión Nacional del Agua (Conagua). The region is expected to experience warm temperatures along with the possibility of isolated rain throughout several municipalities. In particular, the forecast indicates that cold front number 36 will continue its movement through Mexico, impacting atmospheric conditions in the area.
During the morning of March 19, the environment will be cold to cool, especially in mountainous zones where fog could reduce visibility. However, daytime temperatures are expected to rise due to a developing anticyclonic circulation at mid-atmospheric levels. While the sky may remain mostly clear, isolated showers measuring between 0.1 and 5 mm may be observed in certain regions.
As the sun sets on March 19, the atmosphere in Hidalgo will turn from warm to cool again, particularly in higher altitude areas where temperatures can noticeably drop. Residents are advised to take precautions as the temperature changes, especially as light rain could occur.
The forecast for March 20 indicates a notable decrease in temperatures across Pachuca, dropping to between 7 and 17 degrees Celsius, marking a transition from the warmer days of previous weeks. Winter comes to a close as spring begins officially at 3:01 AM that morning, a day earlier than the typical March 21 start, due to the gradual shifting of equinoctial and solstitial timings.
On March 20, the peak daytime temperatures in Pachuca will reach up to 15 degrees with a minimum of 6 degrees expected, while overall weather conditions are predicted to be cloudy.
As temperatures drop to cooler levels, the rest of Hidalgo will see a range of hot weather reaching as high as 35 to 40 degrees in certain areas. Accompanying the warmth will be strong wind gusts and isolated rain, anticipated particularly on March 21. The weather forecast for March 21 shows cloudy skies over Pachuca with minimal chances of precipitation, as temperatures hover between 9 and 27 degrees Celsius.
Meanwhile, the SMN has warned about the influence of the cold front moving over northeast and eastern Mexico, which will interact with a low-pressure canal, creating conditions for rain and scattered showers in central, eastern, and southeastern Mexico, including Hidalgo.
Specific forecasts for selected municipalities on March 20 detail diverse weather conditions:
- Tulancingo: Expect cloudy skies with a projected maximum temperature of 15 °C and minimum of 7 °C, alongside wind gusts reaching 47 km/h.
- Ixmiquilpan: Conditions will be partially cloudy, with maximum temperatures around 19 °C and a minimum of 10 °C, while wind gusts may peak at up to 56 km/h.
- Tula de Allende: A predominantly cloudy sky is anticipated with a maximum of 22 °C and a minimum of 8 °C, plus a 40 percent probability of rain and wind gusts reaching as high as 63 km/h.
- Huejutla de Reyes: The forecast indicates a 70 percent likelihood of rain, with maximum temperatures around 29 °C and a minimum of 19 °C alongside maximum wind gusts of 43 km/h.
As the region moves through this transitional weather period, people are encouraged to stay informed about potential weather changes. The SMN's regular updates will be crucial for residents to prepare adequately, particularly as local conditions remain unpredictable, with visibility potentially impaired by fog and damp road conditions posing risks for drivers.
In summary, residents of Hidalgo can expect a mixed bag of weather in the forthcoming days with warm temperatures giving way to a cool down as spring settles in—a reminder of the area's volatility during seasonal transitions.
