2024-09-24 11:29:24
The weather in Guatemala for the week of September 23-29, 2024 is expected with variable weather conditions including heavy rains y warm temperaturesFind out how these conditions will affect different regions of the country and what to expect in terms of rainfall, temperatures and possible weather risks over the next few days.
This is what the weather will be like in Guatemala for the week of September 23-29, 2024
For the week of September 23-29, 2024, the National Institute of Seismology, Volcanology, Meteorology and Hydrology —Insivumeh— has issued a weather forecast with varying conditions across the country. Here we tell you what the weather will be like, temperatures by region, cyclone monitoring, and the areas most impacted by the rains.
Weather for September 23, 2024
Today, September 23, 2024, Guatemala will have a day marked by abundant cloudiness, mainly in the regions of Eastern Caribbean and the southeast of the country. In these areas, electrical activity is expected in the afternoon, accompanied by moderate to heavy rains. During the morning, areas with thunderstorms will be recorded. fog o fogespecially in high areas. Temperatures will be warm and humid, although they will decrease as cloud cover increases.
Las heavier rains Today, rainfall will be concentrated in the south and center of the country. These precipitations will continue to saturate the soils, increasing the risk of landslides and flooding, especially in vulnerable areas such as the Bocacosta and the Southwest.
Temperatures by region
The weather forecast for Guatemala for the week of September 23-29, 2024 indicates that significant temperature variations will be experienced depending on the region. Below is a summary of the estimated temperatures for the different areas of the country:
- Peten: Maximum temperatures will range between 32 and 34 degrees CelsiusThis region will maintain a warm environment throughout the week, with greater cloudiness in the afternoons.
- Northern and Eastern Transversal Strip: Similar to Petén, these areas will have maximum temperatures of 32 to 34 degrees CelsiusHowever, afternoon showers could cool the atmosphere.
- South Coast: Temperatures will be slightly lower, between 31 and 33 degrees Celsiuswith high humidity and the possibility of heavy rains at the end of the week.
- Central Plateau (includes Guatemala City): The weather will be cooler, with maximum temperatures of 25 to 27 degrees CelsiusAs the week progresses, cloud cover will cause a gradual drop in temperatures.
Monitoring of cyclones and low pressure systems
Although there are no cyclones that pose a direct threat to Guatemala at this time, Insivumeh is closely monitoring a tormenta tropical in the region of Caribbean. This system, which currently does not pose a danger to the country, could strengthen in the coming days. The main phenomenon that will affect the weather this week is a low pressure system Located in the Caribbeanwhich is moving towards the Yucatan Peninsula and the Atlantic of HondurasAlthough this system has not evolved into a cyclone, it could generate more unstable conditions in the region, increasing cloudiness and rain towards the weekend.
Regions most impacted by the rains
Insivumeh expects the rains to intensify throughout the week, especially in the following areas:
- Bocacosta: This region has already experienced heavy rains in the last 24 hours. More rains are expected highest rainfall accumulationswhich could cause floods y landslides.
- Southwest: Significant accumulations of rain are also expected here, with risk of river flooding and problems on the road network due to wet conditions.
- Northern Transversal Strip: With soils already saturated, this area could face additional complications due to heavy rains forecast for the week.
- Southeast: Although rainfall will not be as heavy as in other areas, abundant cloud cover and moderate rain throughout the week will keep the environment humid and prone to landslides in mountainous areas.
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