Miami is waking Sunday to partly cloudy skies and temperatures around 81 degrees at Miami International Airport, but the calm will not last. The city is headed for a high near 88, a heat index up to 106, and a 60% chance of showers and thunderstorms as the day wears on.
Storm Odds Climb This Afternoon
Showers are possible this morning, with rain chances rising into the 50s after about 2 p.m. Southeast winds around 12 mph will keep the air moving, but stronger storms could bring frequent lightning, sudden downpours and gusty winds. Beach, boating and outdoor plans should come with an indoor backup.
The National Weather Service in Miami says the wet pattern could cause localized flooding in urban and poor-drainage areas, especially where storms repeat over the same streets. No watches, warnings or advisories are listed for Miami-Dade, but drivers should never try to cross a flooded roadway, and anyone who hears thunder should head indoors.
Hot And Stormy Through The Workweek
Sunday night stays muggy, with a low around 84 and a 50% chance of showers and thunderstorms. Monday looks similar, with a high near 88, a heat index up to 106 and a 50% storm chance after 7 a.m.
Rain chances rise to 70% Tuesday and 80% Wednesday, with showers and thunderstorms likely from late morning into the afternoon and continuing into the evening. Thursday and Friday stay storm-prone with highs near 89 and storm chances around 70% to 80%, while Saturday may reach 90 with another round of likely storms.
Plan Around The Downpours
The newest outlook extends the storm pattern through the workweek, building on Saturday's Hoodline forecast for the weekend. Drink water, take breaks from the heat and allow extra travel time when storms move through, since heavy rain can quickly turn low-lying streets into trouble spots.
