Isolated showers and winds of up to 60 km/h mark the start of the week in Baja California Sur.

Although the forecast does not predict widespread heavy rains, authorities ask the population to remain attentive to warnings.

La Paz, BCS – The National Meteorological Service (SMN) reported that this Monday, August 11, 2025, Baja California Sur will experience isolated rainfall of between 5 and 25 millimeters, accompanied in some areas by electrical activity , hail , and wind gusts of 40 to 60 km/h . The conditions are due to the interaction of a low-pressure channel in the northwest of the country and the entry of moisture from the Pacific.

Although the forecast does not predict widespread heavy rains, authorities urge the public to remain alert, as scattered events can be locally severe and cause problems such as flooding, falling branches , or damage to dirt roads.

Most affected areas

According to the SMN, the areas with the highest probability of rain are:

• La Paz and Los Cabos : scattered showers in the afternoon and evening.

• Comondú and Loreto : possibility of brief thunderstorms, with gusts of wind.

• Mulegé : intermittent light rain, with partly cloudy skies.

The strongest winds are expected in coastal areas and on open stretches of highway, where gusts could reduce visibility due to dust and sand.

Civil Protection Recommendations

The Undersecretariat of Civil Protection of BCS issued the following recommendations:

• Avoid crossing streams or water currents.

• Remove objects that can fly away in the wind.

• Unplug electrical appliances during thunderstorms.

• Wear light but waterproof clothing if you need to go out.

They also urged caution among fishermen and small boats due to the potential for high waves in some areas.

Impact on the community

While rain is often welcomed during the summer season for its contribution to recharging groundwater, events accompanied by strong winds and hail can damage crops, light infrastructure, and exposed vehicles .

In cities like La Paz and San José del Cabo, where stormwater drainage is limited, even moderate rainfall can cause water to accumulate on main roads, leading to traffic delays and accidents.

A pattern that will follow

Meteorologists predict this pattern of scattered rain and winds will persist in the coming days, with varying intensity. While the immediate arrival of a tropical cyclone in the region is not anticipated, the National Meteorological Service (SMN) noted that August is one of the most active months of the season and that systems can develop rapidly in the eastern Pacific.

"The call is to remain cautious, follow official warnings, and not assume that light rain can cause problems," a Civil Protection spokesperson said.

The combination of humidity, heat, and electrical activity marks a start to the week that demands attention, but also offers a respite from the dry climate characteristic of the peninsula.