Miamians might want to enjoy the warmth while it lasts, as the city is staring down the barrel of a cold snap that's set to bring a chill to the air after a potentially record-setting earlier today. The NBC Miami weather team predicts temperatures could soar to the mid-80s today, flirting with the record high of 86 degrees. But don't get too comfy in those shorts and flip-flops.
A weather front blowing in tonight will knock down temperatures, and Miami will wake up to "fresh low-mid-60s" tomorrow morning. "A front will come crashing through tonight and you'll feel the difference by tomorrow morning," as NBC Miami reported. With an expected struggle to break the low-70s, you might want to dust off that light jacket before stepping out the door. Further down the week, another front is expected to push in, potentially bringing in colder temperatures that could dip into the 50s by Sunday morning.
Adding more detail to the week's weather narrative, the National Weather Service confirms this cooling trend. Today Miami should see a "30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 2pm," with a playful south wind hitting 10 to 14 mph, and gusts that could reach up to 22 mph. Towards Thursday, residents should keep in mind a slight chance of showers riding in on a gentle east wind.
However, the weekend's forecast takes a turn, with the National Weather Service suggesting a breezy Saturday with gusts as high as 22 mph and a high closer to the low-70s, a noticeable drop after a week of higher temperatures. Into the night, the wind doesn’t let up, keeping it "breezy" and pulling the mercury down further. By Monday, don't expect the overcast to lift as "mostly cloudy" skies hang overhead, complemented by "windy" conditions, offering a stern reminder that, despite the palm trees and beaches, Miami is not immune to winter's touch.
