Monterrey sits in northeastern Mexico, where a semi-arid climate is punctuated by the region’s most serious flood risk: hurricanes and tropical storms moving in from the Gulf of Mexico, particularly from June through November.
Nestled among the Sierra Madre Oriental mountains, the city suffered catastrophic flooding when Hurricane Alex struck in 2010, and remains highly attentive to storms approaching from the Gulf. The devastating floods caused by Hurricane Alex in 2010, which struck the Monterrey metropolitan area, remain the reference event for how quickly mountain-fed rivers here can rise when a tropical system stalls nearby, and radar is essential for tracking these systems in real time. Learn more: Hurricane Season Radar Guide · Open the full Rain Map
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it raining in Monterrey right now?
The live radar map above shows precipitation over Monterrey, Nuevo Leon in real time. Blue shades indicate light rain, while yellow, orange, and red mark heavier downpours. If no colored echoes appear over Monterrey, no significant rain is currently being detected.
How often does the Monterrey rain radar update?
The radar refreshes continuously, typically every few minutes, so the map reflects current conditions rather than an hours-old forecast. Press play to animate the most recent frames.
Can I see if a storm is heading toward Monterrey?
Yes. Press play on the radar to animate the last few hours of rainfall and watch which way rain cells over Nuevo Leon are moving – the clearest way to judge whether a shower will reach Monterrey or pass by.
Is this Monterrey rain radar free to use?
Yes, completely free – no account, app download, or sign-up required. It works in any browser on desktop and mobile.