South Florida residents can expect to see more scattered thunderstorms and high humidity throughout the upcoming week. According to the National Weather Service, Miami will face "showers and possibly a thunderstorm" with a high near 88 degrees today, and heat index values may soar to a sweltering 100 degrees. The southeast wind will blow at 8 to 10 mph, and an 80 percent chance of precipitation could bring new rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch. The forecast reports also indicate a 50 percent chance of thunderstorms tonight, as the low hovers around 80 degrees.
Moving into tonight, local forecasts predict a 35 percent chance of late thunderstorms and a low near 78F. The winds, coming from the east at 5 to 10 mph, add a breezy element to the otherwise muggy evening. Local10 describes the week's weather as featuring "scattered showers and thunderstorms" with "rounds of it with dry breaks in between," suggesting that while the rain may temporarily relieve the heat, Miami won't be free from the tropical dampness typical for this time of year. According to their report, we won't start to see a drop in rain chances until Monday.
The weekend forecast doesn't look to be letting up, as Sunday promises a repeat performance of showers and thunderstorms, with high temperatures tipping back into the 90s. Heat index values could dangerously rise to 103, while the southeast winds continue to breeze through at 6 to 9 mph. For those planning outdoor activities, it may be best to keep an eye on the sky and stay within a quick dash to shelter, as the potential for minor flooding and strong storms with "frequent lightning" remains ever-present, according to Local10.
Looking ahead to next week, Monday suggests a potential reduction in storms, although the chance of rain still looms at 40 percent with mostly clear night skies and low temperatures maintaining a steady 81 degrees. The reprieve from rain, Local10 notes, might only be temporary, as the usual cycle of Florida's afternoon showers appears set to pick up again throughout the week.
