**Baja California Weather Alert: Prepare for Strong Winds, Rough Seas, and Cooler Temperatures**
As we head into the week, Baja California is grappling with challenging weather conditions. According to the latest update from the National Water Commission (CONAGUA), two cold fronts are charging in from the northwest and north, colliding with the subtropical jet stream. This combination is creating intense winds, rough seas, and scattered showers throughout the region.
Forecasts indicate wind gusts between 50 and 70 km/h across both Baja California and Baja California Sur. These winds are strong enough to stir up dust clouds, potentially reducing visibility on roads and in the skies. Along the west coast, waves reaching heights of 1 to 3 meters could pose a risk for smaller vessels.
Here’s a quick rundown of what you can expect in key locations:
– **Tijuana**: Partly cloudy with light rain expected during the day and thunderstorms anticipated in the early morning. Temperatures will range between 13°C and 17°C, with northwest winds reaching up to 30 km/h at night.
– **Mexicali**: Overcast skies with temperature variations from 18°C to 29°C. Strong west winds could reach up to 56 km/h in the afternoon.
– **Ensenada**: Look for intermittent clouds and light rain, with temperatures from 14°C to 20°C. West winds may reach up to 30 km/h.
– **Tecate**: Cloudy with heavy showers; temperatures will be between 10°C and 16°C with winds around 38 km/h.
– **La Rumorosa**: Expect partly cloudy skies with light rain turning into thunderstorms later in the day. Temperatures will span from 8°C to 15°C, with southwest winds gusting up to 79 km/h at night.
– **Rosarito**: Similar to Tijuana, expect light rain with occasional early-morning thunderstorms, temperatures from 14°C to 16°C, and winds up to 29 km/h.
– **San Quintín**: The forecast predicts partly cloudy conditions with temperatures from 12°C to 22°C and winds ranging from 30 to 54 km/h.
– **San Felipe**: A mix of sun and clouds is expected, with temperatures ranging from 18°C to 24°C and southeast winds between 23 and 39 km/h.
– **San Pedro Mártir**: Partly cloudy skies are forecasted, with temperatures from 7°C to 20°C and winds up to 55 km/h.
Residents are urged to take precautions due to the weather conditions, whether you’re on the road or at sea. Stay safe, Baja!
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For those planning to visit or engage in outdoor activities, staying informed and prepared is crucial during this period of erratic weather in Baja California.