Monday, April 27, Miami woke to mostly clear skies and muggy air, sitting around 72°F at sunrise with dew points near 70°F. Sunshine will run the show for much of the day, with highs near 83°F at the coast and a few degrees warmer inland. Light northeast winds and sticky humidity mean beachgoers and outdoor workers should plan for heat and keep an eye on the sky as the afternoon builds.
Afternoon Storms And Marine Hazards
Isolated to scattered showers and thunderstorms are possible this afternoon, mainly over interior and southwest Florida where sea-breeze collisions can fire up storms. Overall coverage looks lower than in recent days, but an isolated strong storm capable of gusty winds, heavy downpours and small hail is still on the table for inland neighborhoods. Coastal waters are expected to see a northeasterly swell that will push Atlantic seas from about 1–3 feet to 3–6 feet tonight into Tuesday, increasing rip-current potential, according to National Weather Service Miami.
Plan Your Beach Day
Beach flags and lifeguard guidance matter today, with a moderate rip-current risk expected to develop across parts of the Palm Beaches and choppy surf in the mix. recent surf and rip-current alerts have highlighted the bumpier conditions, and lifeguards recommend sticking to guarded beaches and steering clear of unguarded water when flags are up. Small-craft operators should use extra caution in choppy east-northeast winds and prepare for rougher seas tonight.
Rest Of The Week
Drier air and an area of high pressure are expected to move in Tuesday, trimming rain chances while keeping temperatures in the low-to-mid 80s along the coast and warmer inland. A weakening frontal boundary may stall near Lake Okeechobee Thursday into Friday, which could nudge a few showers north of Miami. Forecasters say the weekend remains uncertain, so travelers and planners should check for updated forecasts as the week goes on.
