Miami locals better keep an umbrella handy as the week kicks off with a forecast packed with showers and potential thunderstorms. According to the National Weather Service, there's a solid chance of precipitation today with a 70 percent likelihood of rain after 3 pm, alongside thunderstorms that could bring a mix of lightning and heavy downpours. The current conditions show partly cloudy skies with a muggy 73°F and a telling humidity hitting 90 percent.
The heat won't hold off either, as the mercury is expected to soar to a high near 86, with a west wind shifting 6 to 10 mph. Keep on watch as these afternoon clouds are set to possibly unleash damaging winds or even hail, though the NBC Miami says not every storm will necessarily go severe. Tonight's stormy spat should wrap up before 7 pm, leading to clearer skies and cooler air.
Relief from the stickiness arrives as the week progresses, with Tuesday ushering in mostly sunny conditions and highs settling around a more moderate 79°F. With the northeast wind blowing at about 14 mph, gusts could reach upwards of 18 mph, giving residents a break from the earlier turbulence.
As South Florida pushes past today's stormy weather, residents can expect to fully enjoy clearer conditions and more comfortable temperatures descending into the low 80s for the rest of the week. The dry spell is forecast to resume, with sunny skies dominating from midweek onwards. Wednesday through Sunday, the daytime highs will strive to reach the low 80s, with breezes providing some respite from the heat. Nighttime temperatures will dip to just around 70°F, offering a cooler reprieve from the humid days.
