Hurricane Tracker Sinaloa
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 Sinaloa and the Gulf of California.
The Storm Tracks layer shows current position, past path, forecast path, and the cone of probable tracks.
Current hurricanes near Sinaloa
Sinaloa lies on the Gulf of California coast in north-west Mexico. Mazatlán is the largest city on the coast. This list names each active tropical storm or hurricane near Sinaloa, with its category and status, and each storm links to its own tracker page.
No active tropical storm or hurricane is listed near Sinaloa.
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How RainViewer shows storms
Mexico's Servicio Meteorológico Nacional publishes the official weather warnings and storm information for Sinaloa. 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 Sinaloa?
Hurricane season in Sinaloa runs from 15 May to 30 November. 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, anticlockwise in the Northern Hemisphere. Weak winds high in the atmosphere let the system organise. 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 Sinaloa are highest in late summer. This is the time of the most storm activity. Storms often form in the warm water off the south-west coast of Mexico and move west or north-west. Storms reach Sinaloa from the south over the Pacific Ocean and the Gulf of California.
Storms in other Mexican states
Sinaloa is one of the Mexican states with its own hurricane tracker. See current and past storms near Sonora and Nayarit 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, fallen branches.
Category 1 Hurricane (74-95 mph)
Roof and cladding damage, fallen trees, power cuts.
Category 2 Hurricane (96-110 mph)
Major roof damage, trees snapped, prolonged power cuts.
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 Sinaloa?
The hurricane tracker map on this RainViewer page shows current storm tracks near Sinaloa, and the list under the map names each active storm near Sinaloa. When no storm is active, the list says so and links to storms in other regions. Past storms near Sinaloa are listed further down the page.
When is hurricane season in Sinaloa, and which months are busiest?
Hurricane season in Sinaloa runs from 15 May to 30 November 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 Sinaloa from the south over the Pacific Ocean and the Gulf of California.
Which official source issues hurricane warnings for Sinaloa?
Mexico’s Servicio Meteorológico Nacional publishes the official weather warnings for Sinaloa, 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 Sinaloa map?
The forecast cone on the RainViewer map shows the probable track of the centre of a storm during the forecast period. The cone does not show how far wind, rain, or storm surge reach from the centre, 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 Sinaloa?
RainViewer shows rain radar for Sinaloa, and the Sinaloa 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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