Hurricane Trudy is making landfall along Mexico’s Pacific coast on 18–19 October 2026, bringing dangerous surf, heavy rain and flooding risks to the Jalisco coast between Manzanillo and Cabo Corrientes. If you are currently in the region or planning to travel there in the next few days, here is what you need to know.
Current Status
As of the evening of 17 October, Trudy had strengthened to Category 2 with sustained winds near 100 mph (160 km/h). Landfall is expected close to Cabo Corrientes - approximately 60 km south of Puerto Vallarta - in the early hours of 19 October. The storm is then forecast to weaken rapidly over land.
Puerto Vallarta sits north of the projected landfall point and is under a tropical storm warning. The city’s port has been closed to all navigation from 19:00 on 17 October, and all beaches are closed because of dangerous swells and rip currents.
What to Expect on the Ground
The main hazards are not necessarily the winds. Forecasters warn of:
- Extreme rainfall - up to 15 inches (380 mm) in some areas, raising the risk of flash floods and mudslides in hillside neighbourhoods
- Surge and surf - waves of 3–5 metres along exposed beaches
- Road closures - mountain roads and coastal highways can flood quickly; confirm your route before driving
Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR) operated normally as of the afternoon of 17 October, but airlines may delay or cancel flights on 18–19 October as conditions deteriorate. Check with your carrier directly and hold off on last-minute airport travel until Trudy passes.
Planning Around the Storm
Puerto Vallarta is expected to be passable again from 20 October as the storm moves inland, but assess road conditions before heading to beach areas or heading south towards Los Cabos. Both cities should update their port and beach closures quickly once winds drop.
If you are inland and considering day trips, we recommend delaying excursions to coastal or mountain areas until conditions stabilise. Our guide to tours in Puerto Vallarta lists operators who update their availability during weather events, so check their pages for the latest.
For broader planning context, our guide on the best time to visit Puerto Vallarta covers how October sits late in the hurricane window and what to expect as the season winds down through November.
Background
Trudy is the tenth named hurricane of an unusually active Eastern Pacific season. Puerto Vallarta’s airport had only just reopened after Hurricane Simon closed it earlier this season. With the rainy season typically ending in late October, conditions should improve quickly after the storm clears.
Keep an eye on the National Hurricane Center (nhc.noaa.gov) for the latest track and advisory updates.