Miami residents are advised to dust off their umbrellas as the National Weather Service forecasts a deluge of up to two inches today, before a cold front sweeps the soggy conditions away just in time for the New Year's festivities. The showers, expected to be heaviest before 3 p.m., come courtesy of a determined north wind that's set to pick up from 9 to 20 mph as the day progresses. As per official reports, there's a watertight chance of precipitation hitting the 100% mark. "The rain could be heavy at times," signaling a breezy but damp end to what's left of 2023.
Meanwhile, across town, CBS News Miami's own meteorologist, Dave Warren, is bracing commuters for the downpour during peak travel hours, stating, "Get ready for the rain. It won’t be around all day but it will be heavy at times." He attributed the sudden showers to a low-pressure system south of Florida that's stirring up the atmosphere, as told to CBS News Miami. Warren pinned the chances of rain for South Florida somewhere between 90 to 100 percent before it makes an afternoon exit.
With the rain and clouds reigning over the region, thermometers are expected to struggle, peaking in the upper 60s today and plunging to the upper 50s overnight. The wet Wednesday will transition to a mostly cloudy Friday with a more comfortable high of 72 degrees. However, weekend warriors should prepare for a brisk welcome to 2024 as lows are projected to tumble to the low 50s, according to the National Weather Service.
The weather's about-face doesn't end there. The National Weather Service also forecasts a sunny pivot for Sunday, breezing into the New Year with a high near 69. Monday night's partly cloudy skies aren't expected to deter the sun from making another appearance on New Year's Day, with a high near 71, perfect for any outdoor plans that might be on Miami's horizon. Clear skies are forecasted for Sunday night with a gentle northwestern wind, making no attempts at stirring up trouble. The forecast sees the week progressing with highs in the lower to mid-70s, suggesting that a mild winter's grace might just linger a while longer.
