Snow in Chihuahua capital? Weekly forecast indicates drop in temperature and precipitation

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frente frío 21 clima

Cold front number 21 is coming with everything and temperatures of -15°C are already expected in the Sierra Tarahumara for this week that begins. However, the semi-desert region of the state of Chihuahua will also be affected by a significant drop in temperatures, and that includes the city of Chihuahua.

According to information from the National Meteorological Service, the most recent frontal system (or cold front) is moving over the Gulf of Mexico, intensifying the rains in the northeast, center and southeast regions of the country. However, its impact will also be evident in the north of the Mexican territory, specifically in Chihuahua, where severe winter weather is expected.

In the days prior to the arrival of FF21, the weather in the city of Chihuahua will be relatively stable.

Monday, January 6: Maximum temperature of 20 °C and minimum of 4 °C, with partly cloudy skies and southeast wind at 10 km/h.
Tuesday, January 7: Mostly sunny conditions, with a maximum of 20 °C and minimum of 1 °C.
Wednesday, January 8: A notable drop, with a maximum of 7 °C and a minimum of -3 °C, under a partially cloudy sky.
Thursday, January 9: The cold weather will continue, with maximums of 10 °C and minimums of -3 °C.

Impact of cold front 21
The arrival of cold front No. 21 will be evident on Friday, with more severe weather:

According to the prestigious meteorological platform The Weather Channel, in the city of Chihuahua, minimum temperatures of -3 °C and a maximum of 7 °C are expected, with a 40% probability of snow or sleet during the morning. The sky will be partially cloudy, with winds coming from the north at speeds between 10 and 15 km/h.

At night, the thermometer could drop even further, registering minimums of up to -3 °C, with partially cloudy skies and humidity at 54%.

Cold Front 21 Weather
Weather forecast from the National Meteorological System / Photo: smn.conagua.gob.mx
Saturday, January 11
Saturday will bring relief in weather conditions, with mostly clear skies:

During the day: A maximum of 17 °C, with southwest wind at 8 km/h and humidity at 35%.
At night: The minimum will be 1 °C, with clear skies and a light west wind at 10 km/h.

Take precautions

In the face of extreme conditions, the population is urged to take preventive measures:

Wear appropriate clothing, especially during the morning and night.

Take extreme precautions on the road due to the risk of ice or snow.

Stay informed through official sources about weather updates.

The impact of cold front No. 21 highlights the need to be prepared for the variability of the weather in the winter season.

Source: oem