An intense heat wave is set to impact several states in Mexico, with temperatures soaring up to 45 degrees Celsius, as reported by the National Meteorological Service (SMN). This wave of high temperatures is expected to last for three consecutive days, primarily affecting maximum temperatures between 14:00 and 16:00 hours, and minimum temperatures from 5:00 to 7:00 hours. In Mexico, heat seasons typically span from late March to early October, with April, May, and July identified as the months of peak intensity.
The heat wave will predominantly affect regions such as Jalisco, Colima, Michoacán, Guerrero, Oaxaca, Chiapas, Nuevo León, Tamaulipas, San Luis Potosí, Guanajuato, Querétaro, Hidalgo, Puebla, Tlaxcala, the State of Mexico, Mexico City, and Morelos. On Monday, April 21, 2025, maximum temperatures of 40 to 45 °C are forecasted for Jalisco, Michoacán, Morelos, Guerrero, Oaxaca, and Chiapas (Isthmus).
Additionally, temperatures ranging from 35 to 40 °C are anticipated in Sonora, Sinaloa, Nayarit, Colima, Chihuahua, Coahuila, Nuevo León, Tamaulipas, San Luis Potosí, Zacatecas, Durango, Guanajuato, Querétaro, Hidalgo, the State of Mexico (southwest), Puebla, Veracruz, Tabasco, Campeche, Yucatán, and Quintana Roo. For areas like Baja California, Baja California Sur, Aguascalientes, Mexico City, and Tlaxcala, maximum temperatures of 30 to 35 °C are expected.
The following days will see similar high temperatures. On Tuesday, April 22, 2025, maximum temperatures of 40 to 45 °C will again affect Michoacán, Morelos, Guerrero, and Oaxaca, with other regions experiencing temperatures ranging from 35 to 40 °C. Wednesday, April 23, 2025, will continue this trend, with the same regions experiencing the highest temperatures.
According to the extended forecast from the National Water Commission (CONAGUA), hot to very hot weather is anticipated across most of the country from Sunday, April 20, 2025, to Thursday, April 24, 2025. This forecast indicates that the highest temperatures will remain consistent, particularly in Michoacán, Morelos, Guerrero, and Oaxaca, which are expected to see maximum temperatures of 40 to 45 °C throughout the week.
On Sunday, April 20, 2025, maximum temperatures of 40 to 45 °C were already forecasted for Jalisco, Michoacán, Morelos, Guerrero, Oaxaca, Chiapas (Isthmus), and southern Veracruz. As the week progresses, the heat wave is predicted to intensify, especially with the onset of a new wave of heat expected to hit central Mexico starting Wednesday, April 23, 2025.
The forecast suggests that while specific regions will consistently experience extreme temperatures, the overall heat conditions are likely to worsen or spread to additional areas during the latter half of the week. This means that Wednesday, April 23, and Thursday, April 24, could be the hottest days, with widespread high temperatures affecting various parts of Mexico.
As the heat wave unfolds, it is essential for residents to stay informed about the weather conditions, take precautions to avoid heat-related illnesses, and stay hydrated. The National Meteorological Service and the National Water Commission are advising the public to remain vigilant and heed any warnings regarding the extreme heat.
This heat wave serves as a stark reminder of the climatic challenges faced in Mexico, where temperatures can soar to dangerous levels, especially during the peak summer months. With ongoing climate change, such extreme weather events are becoming increasingly common, raising concerns among meteorologists and climate scientists alike.
In summary, the upcoming week promises to be one of the hottest periods of the year for Mexico, with a significant heat wave affecting multiple states. Authorities are urging residents to prepare for the extreme conditions and prioritize their health and safety as temperatures reach alarming highs.
