Miami is set to sizzle as temperatures stay above average for this time of year, leaving beachgoers and locals to enjoy an extended taste of warmth, even as winter grips other parts of the nation. With daytime highs resting comfortably in the upper 70s and climbing, the coastal city is experiencing a balmy spell uncommon for late January, according to the National Weather Service.
The city hit 80 degrees yesterday afternoon, and the thermometers are expected to flirt with the 80s again in the days coming. Despite the breezy conditions, a high risk of rip currents continues to mar the otherwise perfect beach weather, prompting small craft advisories to remain in effect, as NBC Miami reported.
Humidity sits at a mild 82 percent, which, when coupled with the east winds reaching 15 mph, keeps the atmosphere tolerable rather than stifling. While the National Weather Service forecasts that nighttime temperatures will hover around the low 70s, it's the unseasonably warm daytime highs that are commanding attention. The forecast also indicates partly sunny skies for the majority of the week, providing ample opportunity for outdoor activities.
For those anticipating cooler weather, patience is in order. "Look for much cooler weather next week," assures NBC Miami, indicating a notable dip in temperatures as the city transitions into the following week. Until then, residents and tourists can take advantage of the sun-kissed days ahead, save for the vigilance required due to the breezy conditions and associated advisories.
As the weekend approaches, the warmth shows no sign of abating, with predictions of even higher temperatures, possibly reaching into the low 80s. Miami's continuous stretch of temperate climate appears heads for a new peak if the sunshine persists, especially come Sunday. Yet amid this extended warm spell, the city has seen little to no rainfall, maintaining mostly clear skies that are set to stay for the duration of the week.
