Miami is waking up warm, cloudy, and sticky, with mid-70s temps and an onshore easterly breeze at Miami International Airport. Atlantic beaches are under a Rip Current Statement through Sunday evening, April 5, so any shoreline plans need to factor in rough surf and strong, potentially dangerous currents.
Beach And Marine Hazards
A Rip Current Statement, covering coastal Broward County and coastal Miami-Dade County, is in effect through Sunday evening, and Small Craft Advisories are posted for the Atlantic waters this morning until about 2 p.m. EDT. According to the National Weather Service in Miami, steady easterly winds will keep seas choppy, with gusts near 20 mph expected. That combo raises the odds that even confident swimmers could get pulled away from shore.
Today: Muggy With A Shot At Afternoon Storms
Temperatures will climb to a warm and muggy high near 79°F, with a 30–40% chance of showers, most likely from late morning into early afternoon. A brief, locally heavy downpour or an isolated thunderstorm could pop up, although most spots are expected to see only light totals, with new rainfall amounts generally under one tenth of an inch.
Week Ahead: Unsettled, Heavier Rain Possible
The weather pattern turns more unsettled Monday through midweek as a frontal boundary stalls near the peninsula, which will increase the chances for multiple rounds of showers and storms. The National Weather Service in Miami notes that coastal convergence could focus heavier rain along the Atlantic coast from April 7–9, with widespread amounts of 1–2 inches and localized pockets of 2.5–5 inches that could trigger localized urban flooding.
What To Do
While the rip current statement is in place, stick to guarded beaches and avoid heading into rough surf. Boaters should hold off on trips until conditions ease later this afternoon. On land, drivers and event planners should be ready for brief heavy showers that can cause ponding on roads and slower commutes, and it is a good idea to leave extra travel time and secure loose outdoor items if those gusty winds pick up.
More From Hoodline
We previously tracked the surf threat in late March; for background on recent beach conditions, check out our March 25 roundup. Our earlier high surf and rip-current outlook covered the developing pattern for Miami and nearby beaches.
