Now
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26.9°
💧20%
Loading current temperature, humidity, wind, and air quality context for Tlalixcoyan, Veracruz, Mexico.
Current temperature, humidity, wind, and air quality context for Tlalixcoyan, Veracruz, Mexico.
Slight rain showers
Feels like 33.1°C
Humidity
90%
Relative humidity
Wind
3.6 km/h
N
UV
0.05
Low
Pressure
1011.9 hPa
Surface pressure
Now
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26.9°
💧20%
08pm
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26.3°
💧18%
09pm
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25.4°
💧20%
10pm
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24.5°
💧30%
11pm
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24.5°
💧43%
12am
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24.5°
💧49%
01am
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24.3°
💧40%
02am
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24.2°
💧23%
03am
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24.1°
💧10%
04am
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24.1°
💧3%
05am
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23.9°
06am
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23.8°
07am
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24.6°
💧4%
08am
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25.8°
💧12%
09am
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27.5°
💧24%
10am
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28.9°
💧43%
11am
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30.4°
💧66%
12pm
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31.2°
💧82%
01pm
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30.9°
💧88%
02pm
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30.5°
💧88%
03pm
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30.3°
💧82%
04pm
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30.3°
💧67%
05pm
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29.3°
💧47%
06pm
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28.6°
💧33%
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33.1°C
6° warmer than actual
90%
Very Humid
3.6 km/h
Direction: N
0.05
Low
84%
Sky coverage
0.5 mm
Current rainfall
Tlalixcoyan sits within the fertile, low-lying coastal plains of northern Veracruz, positioned as a vital transitional node between the rugged Sierra Madre Oriental and the vast Gulf of Mexico. The urban character is defined by its role as a regional hub for agricultural commerce, nestled within a landscape dominated by tropical vegetation and expansive cultivation zones. Geographically, the town occupies a relatively low elevation, where the terrain is characterized by alluvial deposits and gentle undulations that facilitate drainage toward the coast. This specific positioning creates a unique microclimate where maritime influences frequently interact with the humid, inland air masses. The proximity to both the coastal maritime zone and the inland agricultural heartlands establishes a distinct urban-rural gradient. While the town itself maintains a modest urban footprint, it is surrounded by intense agricultural activity, which serves as a primary driver of local atmospheric composition. The lack of massive vertical topography in the immediate vicinity prevents significant mountain-trapping effects but allows for the horizontal dispersion of particulates carried by sea breezes. However, the interplay between high humidity and stagnant air during certain periods can trap aerosols near the surface. The regional position of Tlalixcoyan makes it susceptible to the atmospheric fallout from both local biomass burning and the broader industrial-agricultural complex of the Veracruz state, creating a complex chemical environment where moisture and particulate matter constantly interact within the tropical boundary layer, defining the local air quality profile.
In Tlalixcoyan, the atmospheric narrative is dictated by the rhythmic oscillation between the intense tropical wet season and the pronounced dry season. During the rainy months, typically spanning from June to October, the air quality generally improves significantly. Frequent convective rainfall acts as a natural scrubbing mechanism, effectively washing suspended particulates and aerosols from the lower atmosphere through wet deposition. The high humidity and frequent morning fog characteristic of this period can create temporary localized stagnation, yet the overall cleansing effect of the monsoonal rains tends to keep the air feeling fresh and clear. Conversely, the dry season, from November to May, presents the most significant challenges for respiratory health. During these months, the reduction in precipitation allows for the accumulation of airborne pollutants. This period often coincides with agricultural cycles where biomass burning—the clearing of fields through fire—becomes prevalent, introducing significant concentrations of organic aerosols and smoke into the breathing zone. Furthermore, during the dry months, the lack of convective mixing can lead to temperature inversions, where a layer of warmer air traps cooler, polluted air near the ground. For sensitive groups, such as children, the elderly, or those with pre-existing respiratory conditions, the period between February and April is the most critical time to monitor local conditions. It is advisable to limit strenuous outdoor activities during the late afternoon when stagnant air is most common, especially when smoke from regional agricultural practices is visible.
AQI (EPA)
31 · Good
Air quality context for the same location
US EPA AQI
😊 Good
Air quality is satisfactory and poses little or no health risk.
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