With the hurricane season only two months underway, the Yucatán State Emergency Management Coordinating Office (PROCIVY) has reported that the state is free from drought following heavy rains in June and July and the effects of six tropical waves. These storms brought moderate to intense precipitation without major damage.
In contrast to western and northern regions of Mexico, which are facing severe drought conditions, Yucatán’s humidity levels have not been significantly affected, according to PROCIVY’s State Monitoring and Alert System (SEMA), citing data from the National Meteorological Service.
PROCIVY has provided a summary of this year’s rainfall season. In June, an average of 361 liters per square meter (L/m2) was recorded, exceeding the general average by 155 L/m2. July saw a 90% average rainfall rate with 127 L/m2 reported out of the normal 140 L/m2 expected for that month.
By July 28th, there had been 14 tropical waves affecting Mexico’s territory and six of them had an impact on Yucatán, causing light to heavy rain without significant damage. On average, the National Water Commission (CONAGUA) records 39 tropical waves per season. The most active was in 2003 with 59 waves and the least active was in 2012 with only 16.
Conagua has reported that sea temperatures are above 28°C (82.4°F) in both the Caribbean Sea and the Sonda de Campeche, which can contribute to cyclone formation. As a result, it is essential to stay informed during this hurricane season, which runs from June to November.
