Tropical Depression Five Develops In The Gulf

via Goes Project Science
via Goes Project Science

In their latest update, the National Hurricane Center clarified that Tropical Depression Five had developed in the Gulf.  This system is currently located west of the Yucatan Peninsula, tracking northwest at ~13mph.

via National Hurricane Center
via National Hurricane Center

Portions of the east coast of Mexico remain a target for this system, however, the good news is that it is not expected to reach hurricane strength.  This tropical cyclone is currently producing sustained winds of ~30mph.  It is expected to make landfall late Tuesday night – early Wednesday morning as a tropical storm.