Hurricane Tracker Baja California Sur
The Storm Tracks layer shows current position, past path, forecast path, and the cone of probable tracks.
RainViewer shows storm tracks on one map for Baja California Sur and the Pacific coast.
The Storm Tracks layer shows current position, past path, forecast path, and the cone of probable tracks.
Current hurricanes near Baja California Sur
Baja California Sur is the southern half of the Baja California Peninsula, with the Pacific Ocean to the west and the Gulf of California to the east. Los Cabos lies at the southern tip. This list names each active tropical storm or hurricane near Baja California Sur, with its category and status, and each storm links to its own tracker page.
No active tropical storm or hurricane is listed near Baja California Sur.
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How RainViewer shows storms
Mexico's Servicio Meteorológico Nacional publishes the official weather warnings and storm information for Baja California Sur. The Storm Tracks layer on the RainViewer map shows current position, past path, forecast path, and the cone of probable tracks. RainViewer does not replace official warnings.
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When is hurricane season in Baja California Sur?
Hurricane season in Baja California Sur runs from May 15 to November 30. The peak comes in late August and is less pronounced than in the Atlantic, according to the National Hurricane Center.
A hurricane starts as a cluster of thunderstorms over warm ocean water. Warm, moist air rises from the sea surface. The air pressure near the surface drops, and more air flows in. The rotation of the Earth makes this air spin, counterclockwise in the Northern Hemisphere. Weak winds high in the atmosphere let the system organize. A system with a closed circulation is called a tropical depression. It becomes a tropical storm when its winds strengthen, and the National Hurricane Center gives it a name. It becomes a hurricane when its winds reach hurricane strength.
Sea temperatures around Baja California Sur are highest in late summer. This is the time of the most storm activity. Storms often form in the warm water off the southwest coast of Mexico and move west or northwest. Storms reach the peninsula from the south and southeast over the Pacific Ocean.
Past hurricanes in Baja California Sur
Storms that affect Baja California Sur can come from the Pacific Ocean. The National Hurricane Center covers the eastern Pacific basin, which lies off the Pacific coast of Mexico and Central America. The list below shows past hurricanes and tropical storms that affected Baja California Sur and the Pacific coast, newest first, while storms near Baja California and Sinaloa are listed on their own pages.
- Track
RACHELCategory 3 Hurricane
- Peak wind
- 194 kmh
- Season
- 2026
- Track
POLOCategory 5 Hurricane
- Peak wind
- 287 kmh
- Season
- 2026
Storms in other Mexican states
Baja California Sur is one of the Mexican states with its own hurricane tracker. See current and past storms near Baja California and Sinaloa on their pages, or open the Mexico page.
Hurricane categories, at a glance
Tropical Depression (<39 mph)
Rain and gusty wind, no hurricane classification yet.
Tropical Storm (39-73 mph)
Heavy rain, coastal flooding, downed branches.
Category 1 Hurricane (74-95 mph)
Roof and siding damage, downed trees, power outages.
Category 2 Hurricane (96-110 mph)
Major roof damage, trees snapped, extended power loss.
Category 3 Hurricane (111-129 mph)
Structural damage to homes, water and power loss for days.
Category 4 Hurricane (130-156 mph)
Severe structural damage, long-term power and water loss.
Category 5 Hurricane (157 mph or higher)
Total roof failure and wall collapse, area uninhabitable for weeks.
FAQ
Where can I see current hurricanes near Baja California Sur?
The hurricane tracker map on this RainViewer page shows current storm tracks near Baja California Sur, and the list under the map names each active storm near Baja California Sur. When no storm is active, the list says so and links to storms in other regions. Past storms near Baja California Sur are listed further down the page.
When is hurricane season in Baja California Sur, and which months are busiest?
Hurricane season in Baja California Sur runs from May 15 to November 30 in the eastern Pacific, and the peak comes in late August, according to the National Hurricane Center. The eastern Pacific peak is less pronounced than the Atlantic peak. Storms reach the peninsula from the south and southeast over the Pacific Ocean.
Which official source issues hurricane warnings for Baja California Sur?
Mexico’s Servicio Meteorológico Nacional publishes the official weather warnings for Baja California Sur, and the National Hurricane Center (NHC) publishes forecasts and advisories for every active storm in the eastern Pacific basin. RainViewer shows storm tracks on a map and does not replace official warnings. The NHC is the source for official basin forecasts.
What does the forecast cone show on the Baja California Sur map?
The forecast cone on the RainViewer map shows the probable track of the center of a storm during the forecast period. The cone does not show how far wind, rain, or storm surge reach from the center, so areas outside the cone can still have storm effects. The cone is part of the Storm Tracks layer, together with the current position, the past path, and the forecast path.
Where can I see rain radar for Baja California Sur?
RainViewer shows rain radar for Baja California Sur, and the Baja California Sur weather radar page lists radar coverage and links to city radar pages. RainViewer updates radar every 5 minutes. Radar shows rain inside a storm. The Storm Tracks layer shows where the storm is moving.
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