Coahuila and Durango Face Heat, Showers, and Strong Winds

Coahuila and Durango will experience intense heat, showers, and strong winds on Friday, August 21, according to the National Meteorological Service. While the region braces for high temperatures, forecasts differ on the severity of conditions, especially in Durango.

What happened

In Coahuila, the morning will be partly cloudy and cool, turning hot to very hot by afternoon, with an ongoing heat wave affecting northern and southern areas. Showers with electrical discharges are possible, and winds of 30–40 km/h with gusts of 50–70 km/h are expected Source: Milenio.

For Durango, Milenio predicts a fresh morning, cold in mountainous zones, and hot to very hot afternoon temperatures, with showers and winds of 20–30 km/h and gusts of 40–60 km/h Source: Milenio. In contrast, El Heraldo de México reports a temperate day in Victoria de Durango, with a maximum of 28°C, minimum of 16°C, and very cloudy skies, with only light breezes and no significant rain Source: El Heraldo de México.

Key points

• In the Comarca Lagunera, Torreón, Gómez Palacio, and Lerdo are expected to reach 37°C with no rain and light easterly winds Source: Milenio.
• El Heraldo de México forecasts a maximum of 28°C for Durango city, with humidity at 45% and wind at 3 m/s Source: El Heraldo de México.
• Both sources recommend staying hydrated and avoiding prolonged sun exposure, with Milenio also advising caution for driving due to possible strong gusts Source: Milenio, El Heraldo de México.

What's next

The extended forecast for Durango shows a slight rise to 30°C on Saturday, then stabilizing at 28°C, with consistent minimums around 14°C and cloudy skies through early next week Source: El Heraldo de México.