The forecast calls for a wet stretch from Friday through Monday, with 1 to 3 inches expected across the Miami-area east coast metro and localized higher amounts of 4 to 6 inches possible. Miami is waking Thursday under mostly cloudy skies around 71 degrees, with a high near 83; conditions should remain mainly dry over the next couple of days, though east-coast metro showers are possible, especially in the evening and overnight.
Thursday Offers a Calmer Window
Thursday morning should offer the calmer window, with mostly sunny breaks and only a slight chance of rain before 11 a.m. Conditions should remain mainly dry, with occasional east-coast metro showers possible especially in the evening and overnight.
Showers remain possible Thursday night, when temperatures dip to about 71 degrees. Friday brings another high near 82, but rain chances increase and northeast winds could gust to 25 mph, especially near the coast, according to the National Weather Service.
Several Inches Of Rain Possible Through Monday
Repeated showers and thunderstorms are forecast from Saturday through Monday, including periods of heavy rain. The downpours could cause ponding and isolated flash flooding in areas with poor drainage.
Rain chances are 50% Friday and 40% Friday night. Gusts of 30 to 40 mph are likely this weekend, especially along the coast, making beach, boating and outdoor plans increasingly difficult.
Earlier coverage from Hoodline discussed the weekend weather setup; the forecast details here focus on the current rainfall range and coastal wind risks.
Coastal Flooding And Rip Currents Remain A Concern
A Coastal Flood Advisory remains in effect until 8 p.m. EDT Saturday, October 24. Moderate flooding could affect low-lying roads, parks and lots around high tide, with isolated road closures possible.
A Longer-Term Coastal Flooding Context
A Southeast Florida Regional Climate Change Compact report provides sea-level-rise projections, offering longer-term context for coastal flood exposure.
Atlantic beaches remain under a high risk of rip currents through at least the middle of next week. Swimmers should stay near a lifeguard, avoid fighting the current and never drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth.
