Introduction to Cold Front 33
On Tuesday, Cold Front 33 is set to enter and approach northern and northwestern Mexico, according to the National Weather Service (SMN).
Wind Expectations
This new cold front is expected to bring winds ranging from 20 to 30 kilometers per hour (km/h) with gusts of 40 to 60 km/h in the states of Chihuahua, Sinaloa, Durango, Coahuila, and Nuevo León. This is due to its interaction with an upper-level trough and the subtropical jet stream.
In the Baja California Peninsula, including the Gulf of California, a mid-level and upper-level cyclonic circulation is anticipated. This will generate strong winds with gusts of 40 to 60 km/h.
Rainfall and Thunderstorms
Low-pressure systems are expected in the western, central, and southern regions of the country. Combined with moisture from the Pacific Ocean, these systems will bring showers with thunderstorms in Michoacán, State of Mexico, Guerrero, and Oaxaca.
Meanwhile, an anticyclonic circulation over the Gulf of Mexico is expected to cause south winds with gusts up to 60 km/h in Tamaulipas and Veracruz.
General Weather Conditions
For the rest of the country, the SMN forecasts a warm to hot environment on Tuesday with a low probability of rain.
Public Health Reminder
The SMN reminds the public to frequently wash their hands or use hand sanitizer. If any discomfort is experienced, it’s advised to visit the nearest healthcare facility.
Key Questions and Answers
- What is Cold Front 33? Cold Front 33 is a weather system moving into northern and northwestern Mexico, bringing cooler temperatures and wind changes.
- Which states will experience strong winds? Chihuahua, Sinaloa, Durango, Coahuila, and Nuevo León will see wind speeds of 20 to 30 km/h with gusts up to 60 km/h.
- Where will rainfall and thunderstorms occur? Michoacán, State of Mexico, Guerrero, and Oaxaca are expected to have showers with thunderstorms.
- What wind conditions are expected in Tamaulipas and Veracruz? South winds with gusts up to 60 km/h are forecast for these states.
- What are the general weather conditions for most of Mexico? Most regions will experience warm to hot temperatures with a low chance of rain.
- What public health advice has been given? The SMN recommends frequent handwashing or use of hand sanitizer and seeking medical attention if feeling unwell.
