Mexico City Forecast: Thunderstorms and Hail Expected on Thursday, March 5th
Mexico City, March 5th – Residents of Mexico City are advised to prepare for a day of changing weather conditions, with forecasts indicating clear skies in the morning transitioning to widespread thunderstorms and potential hail in the afternoon and evening. This shift marks a temporary break from the recent high temperatures.
Weather Overview: From Clear Skies to Storms
The morning hours of Thursday, March 5th, will see predominantly clear skies. However, as the afternoon progresses, cloud cover will increase significantly, leading to a high probability of rain and thunderstorms. The possibility of hail, particularly in higher elevation areas, cannot be ruled out. These conditions are expected to persist until late into the night.
Wind and Temperature Changes
Accompanying the rainfall, wind speeds are expected to increase, with gusts potentially exceeding 45 kilometers per hour during thunderstorms. This return of precipitation will bring a brief but noticeable drop in temperatures. The maximum temperature for Thursday afternoon is forecast to reach 23 °C, a decrease from the approximately 28 °C recorded on March 3rd.
Contributing Factors to the Rainfall
The change in weather patterns is attributed to the presence of a low-pressure trough over central Mexico, combined with strong upper-level winds and local atmospheric conditions. Storm activity, including some hail, was already observed in certain areas on Wednesday afternoon.
Areas Most Affected by Rainfall and Hail
The highest probability of significant rainfall and hail is anticipated in the elevated zones of Cuajimalpa, Álvaro Obregón, La Magdalena Contreras, Tlalpan, and Milpa Alta. However, other boroughs can also expect rain between 5 p.m. and 10 p.m. Rainfall accumulations could reach up to 25 millimeters in the most affected areas, with localized higher values possible.
Safety Precautions During Thunderstorms
Authorities urge residents to exercise caution during thunderstorms. It is crucial to seek shelter inside a house or a covered building and avoid standing under trees, as lightning strikes pose a significant danger. On average, around 230 Mexicans die annually due to lightning impacts.
Reduced Visibility and Driving Hazards
The period between Thursday night and Friday morning is expected to be particularly hazardous due to reduced visibility, which could drop below 400 meters. These conditions are most likely to affect the boroughs of Xochimilco, Milpa Alta, Tlalpan, and La Magdalena Contreras. Drivers are advised to proceed with extreme caution, especially on federal highway and the Autopista del Sol connecting Mexico City with Cuernavaca. If fog is very dense, it is recommended to delay travel until visibility improves, typically after 10 a.m.
Detailed Temperature Outlook for Thursday
During the morning, temperatures in the central, northern, and eastern boroughs will range between 9 and 11 °C. In the southern and western parts of the city, temperatures will be cooler, between 6 and 8 °C. Higher elevation areas like Topilejo or San Miguel Ajusco will experience temperatures between 4 and 8 °C.
In the afternoon, maximum temperatures will fluctuate between 21 and 23 °C in the boroughs of Gustavo Madera, Azcapotzalco, Miguel Hidalgo, Venustiano Carranza, Cuauhtémoc, Benito Juárez, Coyoacán, Tláhuac, Iztapalapa, and Iztacalco. The rest of the city will see temperatures around 23 °C, with the exception of the highest parts of Tlalpan, where temperatures will remain below 20 °C.
Given the contrast between warm afternoons and cool to cold mornings, residents are encouraged to dress in layers to adjust to the varying thermal comfort throughout the day.
Source: https://www.meteored.mx/noticias/prediccion/el-tiempo-en-la-cdmx-manana-jueves-5-de-marzo-habra-tormentas-con-posibilidad-de-caida-de-granizo.html
