Tropical Wave 20 Brings Cloudy Skies and Thunderstorms to Quintana Roo

Cloudy sky over a beach in Quintana Roo, Mexico, as Tropical Wave 20 approaches.

Quintana Roo, Mexico — Tropical Wave 20 is approaching the Yucatan Peninsula, bringing increased cloud cover, isolated showers, and thunderstorms to Quintana Roo on Tuesday, according to the state’s Civil Protection Coordination (Coeproc).

Moisture from the Caribbean Sea and the Gulf of Mexico will fuel partly cloudy skies that will become more overcast throughout the day, with rain intervals and isolated downpours accompanied by electrical activity. Accumulations of 5 to 25 millimeters are expected.

Despite the cloud cover, temperatures will remain hot to very hot, with highs ranging from 32°C to 39°C depending on the municipality. Winds will gust between 40 and 60 km/h, especially along coastal areas, generating waves of 1.0 to 2.0 meters.

Municipal Forecasts

  • Benito Juárez: Partly cloudy, isolated showers; high 35–37°C, low 26–28°C; very hot.
  • Lázaro Cárdenas: Partly cloudy, isolated showers; high 37–39°C, low 25–27°C; very hot.
  • Isla Mujeres: Partly cloudy, isolated showers; high 37–39°C, low 26–28°C; very hot.
  • Cozumel: Mostly clear, no rain; high 32–34°C, low 26–28°C; hot.
  • Playa del Carmen: Partly cloudy, isolated showers with thunderstorms; high 34–36°C, low 25–27°C; very hot.
  • Tulum: Partly cloudy, isolated showers with thunderstorms; high 33–35°C, low 25–27°C; very hot.
  • José María Morelos: Partly cloudy, rain intervals with thunderstorms; high 35–37°C, low 24–26°C; very hot.
  • Felipe Carrillo Puerto: Partly cloudy, rain intervals with thunderstorms; high 35–37°C, low 23–25°C; very hot.
  • Othón P. Blanco: Partly cloudy, rain intervals with thunderstorms; high 33–35°C, low 26–28°C; hot.
  • Puerto Morelos: Partly cloudy, isolated showers; high 34–36°C, low 25–27°C; very hot.
  • Bacalar: Partly cloudy, rain intervals with thunderstorms; high 33–35°C, low 26–28°C; hot.

Safety Recommendations

Coeproc advises residents and visitors to stay hydrated, wear light-colored clothing and sunscreen, and avoid prolonged physical activity under direct sunlight. Drivers should exercise caution due to possible fog banks in the morning and evening. Those planning maritime activities should check with port authorities, as elevated waves and strong winds are expected.

No active tropical cyclones are currently in the Caribbean Sea.

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By Ana Reyes

Ana Reyes covers environmental policy, conservation initiatives, infrastructure projects, and political developments across the Yucatán Peninsula for Riviera Maya News & Events. She reports on issues from sargassum management and reef conservation to the Maya Train, coastal development, and state and federal policy affecting Quintana Roo and the broader peninsula.Ana has covered environmental and political news since 2023, tracking key developments in Mexico's environmental regulations, coral reef protection, coastal zone management, and the intersection of tourism development with conservation efforts. Her reporting spans from Cancun's hotel zone to the Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve and the culturally significant regions of the Yucatán interior.Ana is fluent in English and Spanish, and draws from a wide range of sources including government environmental agencies, conservation organizations, academic researchers, and local community leaders to provide balanced, well-sourced coverage. She is particularly focused on how environmental policy decisions affect the daily lives of residents and the long-term sustainability of the region.For story tips: ana@rivieramayanews.mx