Insivumeh warns about a new cold front and explains what the conditions will be for this weekend

2024-02-02 17:31:24

During the weekend, between Saturday, February 3 and Sunday, February 4, 2024, the feeling of cold is expected to persist during the night and early morning, especially in the central and western highlands.

According to a newsletter from the National Institute of Seismology, Volcanology, Meteorology and Hydrology (Insivumeh), the environment will be mostly warm during the day, but due to the speed of the wind and its own conditions, a drop in temperatures and cold is expected.

In addition, favorable conditions are anticipated for the appearance of meteorological frosts in the central and western highlands during this weekend.

On the other hand, a cold front is being monitored that could affect the climate starting next Tuesday, January 6, increasing cloudiness in the northern regions and with the possibility of light rains.

The Insivumeh suggests staying informed about weather updates and being prepared for possible changes.

According to the Guatemala Meteorological Service (SMG), it is important that the population take precautions due to the low temperatures predicted, especially on Tuesday the 6th and Wednesday the 7th of next week.

Although mostly dry weather is expected, there is a chance for scattered showers early in the week.

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Weather forecast by region

The Insivumeh also detailed what the weather conditions will be by region for this weekend:

Central Plateau (includes Capital City)

• Areas of fog or mist are expected in the early morning hours, followed by partly cloudy skies alternating with sunny periods. During the afternoon, an increase in cloudiness is expected with the possibility of scattered rains towards the west.
• The winds will be light from the south to southwest.
• Maximum temperatures will range between 26°C and 28°C in the Capital City, while in the Central and Western Highlands maximum temperatures of 24°C to 28°C are expected. The minimum temperatures are estimated between 10°C and 12°C in the Capital City, and between 0°C and 2°C in the Western Highlands.

Pacific regions

• Little cloudiness and a warm environment with the presence of smoke is forecast. In the afternoon and evening, an increase in cloudiness is expected in Boca Costa and Southwest, with the possibility of scattered rains.
• Winds will be light to moderate from the southwest.
• Maximum temperatures will be between 34°C and 36°C.

Northern Region (Department of Petén)

• Areas of fog or mist are anticipated in the early morning hours, followed by partly cloudy skies with scattered clouds and sunny periods.
• The winds will be light from the northwest.
• Maximum temperatures will range between 31°C and 33°C.

Alta Verapaz, Caribbean and Northern Transversal Strip

• Areas of fog or mist are expected in the early morning and evening hours, with partly cloudy skies alternating with scattered cloudiness and sunny periods.
• The winds will be light from the northwest.
• Maximum temperatures will be 24°C to 26°C in Alta Verapaz and 31°C to 33°C in the Caribbean region.

Motagua Region and Eastern Valleys

• Foggy areas are anticipated in the early hours of the morning, followed by a partly cloudy sky with little cloud cover and a warm atmosphere during the day.
• Winds will be light to moderate from the northeast.
• Maximum temperatures are expected between 34°C and 36°C.