Mayaguez and Vicinity storm history
Storm events recorded in Mayaguez and Vicinity, Puerto Rico between 1950 and 2025.
202
Total events
4
Tornadoes
2
Hail
75
Floods
11
Deaths
$10.2M
Property damage
Most significant events
Strongest tornadoes, deadliest events, and biggest damage in this county. Up to 50 shown.
A 72-year-old male surfer was found unresponsive in the water near Playa Tres Palmas in Rincn. The individual was struck by his surfboard, lost consciousness, and subsequently drowned in the presence of high surf and strong currents. Bystanders and authorities recovered the victi…
A 61-year-old male tourist from California drowned at Sandy Beach in Barrio Puntas, Rincon, after struggling in the water.
A 71-year-old male tourist drowned after being swept away by rip currents at a beach near a hotel on PR-115 in Barrio Caguabo, Anasco.
A 49-year-old woman was swept away by rip currents while surfing at Steps beach in Rincon.
A tourist drowned while swimming with his son on Sandy Beach, Rincon.
A 26-year-old male was surfing in Domes Beach, Rincon, and was caught in a rip current and drowned.
A 61 year old male was found from New Jersey was found dead in Black Eagle Beach in Rincon.
A 23 years old surfer drowned at Maria beach in Rincon.
A 50 year old female was washed away by the initial flood crest at the Chuco Ramos Sector of Barrio Piedras Blancas when she attempted to make a low water crossing in her vehicle.
Coastal Flood Coastal Flood
Coastal flooding occurred at the boat ramp along PR-441 in Sector Guaniquilla, where Emergency Managers reported that water covered the ramp area at around 8:13 PM AST. Access to the ramp was limited, but no vessels or vehicles were affected.
Coastal Flood Coastal Flood
Emergency managers reported coastal flooding along Calle Marina near Parque Coln in Aguadilla due to a northerly swell. At the time of the report, the road was impassable and closed.
Coastal Flood Coastal Flood
Coastal flooding was reported near the boat ramp on PR-441 in Aguada.
High Surf High Surf
A professor from the University of Puerto Rico reported sand and vegetation along PR-102 near the Guanajibo River due to large breaking waves in the area.
Excessive Heat Excessive Heat
Stations in the Mesonet registered heat indices of 112 degrees for two hours or more.
Excessive Heat Excessive Heat
Stations in the Mesonet registered heat indices of 112 degrees for two hours or more.
Excessive Heat Excessive Heat
Stations in the Mesonet registered heat indices values of 112 degrees for two hours or more.
Excessive Heat Excessive Heat
Stations in the Mesonet registered heat indices values of 112 degrees for two hours or more.
Excessive Heat Excessive Heat
Stations in the Mesonet registered heat indices values of 112 degrees for two hours or more.
Excessive Heat Excessive Heat
Stations in the Mesonet registered heat indices values of 112 degrees for two hours or more.
Excessive Heat Excessive Heat
Stations in the Mesonet registered heat indices values of 112 degrees for two hours or more.
Excessive Heat Excessive Heat
Stations in the Mesonet registered heat indices values of 112 degrees for two hours or more.
Excessive Heat Excessive Heat
Stations in the Mesonet registered heat indices values of 112 degrees for two hours or more.
Tropical Storm Tropical Storm
Emergency managers reported a fallen tree obstructing Cll Plan Bonito in Bo. Guanajibo, right by El Mango business. Nearby weather stations were reporting 30 mph wind gusts at the time.
Tropical Storm Tropical Storm
The public reported on social media platforms a fallen tree over pr-119 in direction of Las Marias. Estimated wind gust of 35 mph.
Tropical Storm Tropical Storm
The 911 call center reported a fallen power line in PR- 417 near Loma Head Start in Aguada. Estimated wind gust of 25 mph.
Tropical Storm Tropical Storm
A fallen tree has been reported on PR-2 in Aguada, near Cafelados. The tree affected the route from Aguada to Aguadilla, making the road impassable. Radar estimated wind speeds of approximately 25 mph at the time of the incident.
Tropical Storm Tropical Storm
A fallen tree was reported on a neighborhood road near Calle Piedra Blanca in Aguada, blocking the roadway. Radar estimated wind speeds of around 25 mph at the time of the incident.
Excessive Heat Excessive Heat
Mesonet station GW0592 Moca reported 115F, and the heat index remained above 112F for more than 2 hours.
Excessive Heat Excessive Heat
Stations in the Mesonet registered heat indices of 112 degrees or more for two hours or more each day.
Excessive Heat Excessive Heat
Multilple stations in the Mesonet registered heat indices values of 112 degrees for two hours or more.
Excessive Heat Excessive Heat
Stations in the Mesonet registered heat indices values of 112 degrees for two hours or more.
Excessive Heat Excessive Heat
Stations in the Mesonet registered heat indices values of 112 degrees for two hours or more.
Excessive Heat Excessive Heat
Stations in the Mesonet registered heat indices values of 112 degrees for two hours or more.
Excessive Heat Excessive Heat
Stations in the Mesonet registered heat indices values of 112 degrees for two hours or more.
Excessive Heat Excessive Heat
Stations in the Mesonet registered heat indices values of 112 degrees for two hours or more.
Excessive Heat Excessive Heat
Stations in the Mesonet registered heat indices values of 112 degrees for two hours or more.
Excessive Heat Excessive Heat
Stations in the Mesonet registered heat indices values of 112 degrees for two hours or more.
Excessive Heat Excessive Heat
Stations in the Mesonet registered heat indices values of 112 degrees for two hours or more.
Excessive Heat Excessive Heat
Stations in the Mesonet registered heat indices values of 112 degrees for two hours or more.
Excessive Heat Excessive Heat
Stations in the Mesonet registered heat indices values of 112 degrees for two hours or more.
Excessive Heat Excessive Heat
Several weather stations reported heat indices above 112 degrees for up to over two hours. These conditions were observed widespread along the coastal areas and the valleys.
A forest fire that developed in San German consumed near 4 acres of terrain. Two individuals were affected by smoke inhalation and were transported to the hospital.
Excessive Heat Excessive Heat
Several stations in the mesonet reported heat indices values of at least 108F, surpassing 112F some days, for over two hours. These conditions met the local criteria for heat advisories and excessive heat warnings.
Excessive Heat Excessive Heat
Several weather stations reported heat indices above 112 degrees for over two hours. These observations were widespread along coastal areas of northern and western Puerto Rico.
Excessive Heat Excessive Heat
Several Mesonet stations reported heat indices surpassing 108 degrees (local heat advisory criteria), and even 112 degrees (excessive heat warning criteria) for a prolonged period of days, mainly from 10 AM to 4 PM AST. The reports were widespread along the station network.
Tropical Storm Tropical Storm
Fallen tree at Camino Zoologico in Mayaguez.
High Surf High Surf
Northerly long periods swell generated breaking wave heights between 10 and 14 feet. A 58 years old experience surfer suffered a heart complication while surfing and drowned near las Marias Beach. The Coast Guard tried to rescue him, but the efforts were negative. A NWS Southern …
Events by year
| Year | Events | Tornadoes |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 7 | 0 |
| 2024 | 29 | 0 |
| 2023 | 4 | 0 |
| 2022 | 2 | 0 |
| 2020 | 2 | 0 |
| 2017 | 2 | 0 |
| 2014 | 1 | 0 |
| 2012 | 2 | 0 |
| 2011 | 1 | 0 |
| 2010 | 3 | 0 |
| 2009 | 3 | 0 |
| 2008 | 12 | 0 |
| 2007 | 10 | 1 |
| 2006 | 10 | 1 |
| 2005 | 27 | 0 |
| 2004 | 21 | 0 |
| 2003 | 24 | 0 |
| 2002 | 13 | 1 |
| 2001 | 22 | 1 |
| 2000 | 7 | 0 |