Merida’s Recent Downpour: A Comedy of Clouds
So, there we were, thinking the build-up to the Days of the Dead would be a somber affair, and what do we get instead? A torrential downpour that’s got Mérida under water! Now, if you’re planning to honor your dearly departed this week, I suggest you bring a snorkel and flippers instead of flowers—might make the whole experience a bit more lively!
It seems the weather has taken a cue from a soap opera; it started out dramatically on Monday with tropical wave number 29 making its appearance, but yesterday it was raining cats and dogs. Or perhaps just cats—might want to keep an eye on the sky! If you’ve ever wanted to see Mérida transformed into a full-blown water park, well, congratulations, you’ve chosen the right week!
Rain in Mérida Leaves Streets Flooded
And what’s even better? People had to scramble for shelter like they were auditioning for a new action movie called “Escape from Wet Streets.” Sporting events and cultural exhibitions were postponed faster than you can say “rain check!” Looks like those cultural dancers will have to swap their fancy footwork for puddle jumping instead.
In the center of the city, our brave pedestrians faced a showdown with nature, some opting to seek refuge while others decided to embrace the rain like it was an old friend. A hilarious spectacle for sure—imagine folks in heels, trying not to get swept away while attempting to look dignified!
The rain had barely calmed when it seemed to remember it had a reputation to uphold. The downpour surged back with a vengeance shortly after 6:30 PM. Commuters returning home found themselves in a battle of wills with Mother Nature—spoiler alert: she won.
In Which Areas of Mérida Did It Rain the Most?
Now, if you’re curious about where to find the deepest puddles in Mérida—because let’s face it, we all need a good splash sometimes—the Peninsular Atmospheric Monitoring Network reports that the central area was almost swimming-pool levels with 41.91mm of rain. That’s nearly 42 liters of water per square meter! Talk about a drenching!
Other areas, like The Heroes and its surroundings, were also doing their best impression of a waterlogged sponge, with accumulations ranging between 35.3 and 37.6mm. The northwestern side? Oh, it got a measly 19.5mm—guess they were the lucky ones at the rain party!
And as we all know, rain can be a diva, she doesn’t stop at designated times—more drizzles were reported after 7:30 PM, ensuring that anyone daring to venture out found themselves in a continuation of this wet saga.
Storms in Mérida and Other Municipalities of Yucatán
Turns out, our little drench-a-thon wasn’t just a Mérida thing. The tropical wave 29 also popped up in Valladolid, Peto, and Tekax. I mean, can’t we just have a quiet day? No, not when Mother Nature is on a roll!
But fret not, as we’ve got tropical wave number 30 knocking at the door, ready to keep the storms rolling right into the Days of the Dead. So bring an umbrella; you might need it to keep your offerings dry! Speak of the devil—the forecast plays a cruel trick because we have tropical wave 31 making an appearance this Sunday as well. Good luck keeping your shoes dry at this rate!
Temperatures in Yucatán on Wednesday, October 30
But enough about the rain—weather-wise, we can expect a warm to hot day with a cool evening, much like trying to find a balance between enjoying a fiesta and going home early. And yes, we’re bracing for more heavy rains—talk about a rollercoaster ride!
So, there you have it—Merida, where the weather is as unpredictable as a Ricky Gervais monologue, and it’s best to prepare for everything. Grab your umbrellas, don your best waterproof gear, and let’s make a splash this Days of the Dead!
As forecasted, this past Tuesday, just before the observance of the Days of the Dead, Mérida was significantly affected by heavy rainfall, with a vigorous downpour cascading over the city from late afternoon into the night.
The intense precipitation is linked to one of two tropical waves currently impacting the region, with the first wave, identified as number 29, already making its presence known since Monday, but today the rainfall became markedly heavier, starting at around 5 p.m. and escalating into a torrential downpour.
Rain in Mérida leaves streets flooded
Numerous planned activities, including sporting events and cultural exhibitions, faced disruptions or were postponed entirely due to the relentless downpour.
Flooding scenes dominated the city, especially in the bustling center, where many pedestrians were forced to find makeshift shelters from the torrential rains or brave getting soaked.
Although the rainfall lessened somewhat as evening approached, just after 6:30 p.m. a renewed bout of heavy rain intensified once again, making it particularly challenging for commuters returning home.
In which areas of Mérida did it rain the most?
The hardest-hit areas, according to the Peninsular Atmospheric Monitoring Network, included the central zone and its neighboring regions, where the García Ginerés station reported an astonishing accumulation of 41.91 mm of rain—equivalent to nearly 42 liters per square meter.
The vicinity of The Heroes also experienced significant rainfall, as measurements indicated an accumulation ranging from 35.3 mm to 37.6 mm from the afternoon until 7 p.m.
In the northwest section of the city, the rain left approximately 19.5 mm of accumulation, while the route leading to Ciudad Caucel recorded 24.6 mm, which resulted in considerable flooding reported by local authorities.
In other regions, rainfall varied, with amounts between 6 mm and 13.4 mm, although the southern stations did not report any significant water accumulation.
However, these readings may change since precipitation continued in Mérida past 7:30 p.m.
Storms in Mérida and other municipalities of Yucatán
Meteorología Yucatán reported that the impact of tropical wave 29 was still resulting in strong storms not only in Mérida but also in neighboring municipalities such as Valladolid, Peto, and Tekax.
On Thursday, the forecast indicates that tropical wave number 30 will bring additional rainfall, coinciding with the Days of the Dead celebration.
It’s important to note that tropical wave number 31 is projected to arrive on Sunday night, keeping the possibility of continued rain on that day.
Temperatures in Yucatán on Wednesday, October 30
Concerning the temperatures for tomorrow, meteorologist Juan Antonio Palma Solís has predicted it will be warm to hot during the day, with cooler conditions expected at dawn and night, alongside forecasts of heavy rainfall across the Peninsula.
For Thursday, October 31, heavy rains are anticipated throughout the state, while temperatures will remain warm to hot during daytime and cool during the early hours of the day.