On Saturday, March 22, 2025, Mexico faces a day marked by significant weather shifts as several low-pressure channels cover the northeastern, central, and southeastern regions of the country. These atmospheric conditions are set to combine with moisture from the Gulf of Mexico, the Pacific Ocean, and the Caribbean Sea, posing the potential for heavy rain, thunderstorms, and possible hail in various states.
According to the National Water Commission (CONAGUA), forecasters have warned that regions such as Tlaxcala and Puebla will bear the brunt of the intensifying rain, with forecasts predicting strong occasional showers and the risk of severe electrical storms. Many other regions, including Hidalgo, Mexico City, and the State of Mexico, will also see rain showers, with expectations of isolated rains in states such as Tamaulipas, Michoacán, and the Yucatán Peninsula.
While some areas brace for storms, much of Mexico will be experiencing a warm to hot afternoon, with temperatures in certain locations soaring above 40 degrees Celsius. Particularly affected are states like Sonora, Michoacán, Guerrero, Oaxaca, and Chiapas, all of which can expect maximum temperatures reaching as high as 45 degrees Celsius. Meanwhile, maximum temperatures between 35 and 40 degrees are anticipated in several other states including Veracruz, Coahuila, and Nuevo León.
In Mexico City, the morning is expected to start off partly cloudy with a cool atmosphere, transitioning to warmer conditions by the afternoon. The predicted temperature highs in the capital will range from 25 to 27 degrees Celsius, contrasted by morning lows between 9 and 11 degrees Celsius. Winds will blow from varying directions, reaching speeds of 10 to 20 kilometers per hour, with gusts potentially climbing to 50 kilometers per hour.
The forecast data emphasizes the critical nature of staying hydrated, especially during high-temperature periods, as specified by CONAGUA. They advise the Mexican population to wear lightweight clothing and to limit sun exposure during the hottest parts of the day. Furthermore, safety measures should be taken regarding the possible storms; it’s essential to have a lamp, radio, and batteries at hand. Residents are cautioned against throwing trash into public spaces and advised to avoid proximity to trees, fences, and structures susceptible to strong winds.
The expected rainfall distribution for March 22 includes strong, local showers in Puebla and Tlaxcala, with potential for 25 to 50 millimeters of precipitation. Intermittent rain is likely across Mexico City, Hidalgo, and Veracruz, with smaller isolated rain amounts possible in other regions like Querétaro and San Luis Potosí.
In Baja California, conditions will remain mostly dry despite morning fog banks, with temperatures expected to be milder, oscillating between 30 to 35 degrees Celsius. In contrast, parts of the North Pacific, particularly in Sonora and Sinaloa, will see temperatures between 35 and 40 degrees, in a similar wave of warming affecting many areas of the country.
Overall, the weather outlook for March 22, 2025, demonstrates a divergence between stormy conditions in some regions and sweltering heat in others, illustrating the varied and dynamic climate patterns that Mexico experiences. Residents are urged to stay informed with updates from official sources such as the government's weather monitoring websites and social media platforms.
