Miami gets a mostly sunny start Friday, but the calm will not last through Halloween weekend. A few isolated afternoon showers are possible, though thunderstorms are very unlikely and cannot be ruled out. Stronger winds, coastal flooding and a much wetter stretch are expected from Saturday through Monday.
Friday Starts Bright, Then Showers Arrive
Early Friday morning was mostly clear near Miami International Airport, with temperatures around 75 degrees. The temperature should climb into the mid-80s. A few isolated showers are possible in the afternoon; thunderstorms are very unlikely, though they cannot be ruled out.
Friday night will turn cloudier, with a 40% chance of precipitation and a low around 76 degrees. Northeast winds will run 5 to 10 mph, with gusts up to 20 mph, according to the National Weather Service in Miami.
Saturday Brings Stronger Winds And More Rain
Saturday looks less cooperative for outdoor plans, with a 50% chance of precipitation and a high near 84 degrees. East winds will run 15 to 20 mph, with gusts reaching 28 mph, and rain chances are expected to increase through the afternoon.
Showers and thunderstorms are likely Saturday night, when the low will settle near 76 degrees. Some parts of the East Coast metro could see 1 to 3 inches of rain in 24 hours Saturday, with heavier rain possible Sunday into Monday.
Sunday And Monday Look Like The Wettest Stretch
Sunday carries an 80% chance of showers and thunderstorms, with mostly cloudy skies and a high around 83 degrees. The National Weather Service says the region could see a general 1 to 3 inches of rain Sunday and Monday, with locally higher amounts that may cause flooding in vulnerable areas.
Monday will remain unsettled, with a 70% chance of rain and showers likely before conditions gradually improve Monday night. A drier pattern is expected Tuesday and Wednesday, although isolated showers and storms will still be possible.
Coastal Flooding And Rip Currents Remain A Concern
A Coastal Flood Advisory remains in effect for coastal Miami-Dade County through 8 p.m. Saturday, with flooding possible around high-tide cycles and in low-lying coastal roads, lots and parks. Drivers should allow extra time, avoid barricades and never drive through water of unknown depth.
A High Rip Current Risk is expected from Friday evening through Sunday evening along the Atlantic coast. Beachgoers should swim near a lifeguard, and anyone caught in a rip current should float, avoid swimming directly against it and signal for help if unable to reach calmer water.
