Heat, rain and strong winds hit Mexico's Quintana Roo and Chihuahua states
The state of Quintana Roo on the Yucatán Peninsula is expected to experience temperatures up to 37 °C with heat indexes reaching 40 °C, intermittent heavy showers, electrical activity and wind gusts of 40‑60 km/h. Waves along the coast are forecast at 1‑2 m, prompting cautions for small vessels and tourist operators. A tropical wave off Nicaragua is moving westward, though no active cyclone is present. Local civil protection advises hydration, sun protection, and careful driving in possible fog.
In the northern state of Chihuahua, a subtropical jet stream and Pacific moisture are set to bring moderate‑to‑strong rain across much of the state, with gusts exceeding 55 km/h in several municipalities. Temperatures in the city of Chihuahua are forecast around 35 °C, while higher peaks such as Juárez have recorded up to 38.7 °C. The weather service warns of lightning, hail, and dust storms on highways, urging drivers to exercise caution.