South Florida faces scattered to numerous afternoon showers and thunderstorms, with the National Weather Service warning that gusty winds and heavy downpours could trigger localized flooding in areas with poor drainage. High heat will keep feeling like 103 to
Afternoon clouds are expected to build over South Florida, and forecasters are warning that what falls from the sky could quickly overwhelm sidewalks, streets, and drainage systems.
The National Weather Service says scattered to numerous showers and storms will develop this afternoon. The strongest thunderstorms could bring gusty winds and heavy downpours—rainfall heavy enough to cause localized flooding in urban areas and in areas with poor drainage.
Even as storms threaten, the heat won’t let up. Peak heat index values, or “feels-like” temperatures, are forecast to range from 103 to 108 degrees across “most” areas on July 1.
In Miami, the forecast calls for a high of 92 degrees. Fort Lauderdale and West Palm Beach are both forecast to reach 91 degrees.
The combination of intense summer heat and bursts of heavy rain can wear people down fast. With that in mind, the National Weather Service is urging residents to plan for safer conditions during the worst of the day.
Hydrate before you’re thirsty. Wear lightweight clothing. Take breaks in the shade or in an air-conditioned building if it is available, because fans may not be enough. Also limit “strenuous” outdoor activity during the afternoon.
The forecast is clear on the risks and the timing: thunderstorms are expected this afternoon. and the worst heat is set to dominate throughout the day. For residents juggling errands. commutes. and outdoor plans. the message is simple—watch the skies. but also treat the heat as the other major threat.
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Storms in July always mean the streets just turn into rivers.
It says Miami high is only 92 but the article keeps talking about “feels like” 108… so which is it? I’m confused lol. Either way I’m staying inside.
Poor drainage neighborhoods always get the blame but like… why don’t they just build bigger storm drains? Also heavy rain + heat index is basically the same thing right? My cousin said it’s gonna flood everywhere though.
Watch the skies and hydrate before you’re thirsty?? That feels like something my mom would say. But fr, I almost got caught in one of these afternoon thunderstorms and the sidewalk was slick for like 10 minutes and everyone forgot. If the heat index is 103-108 most areas, how is it not dangerous to even drive to work? People will be out doing errands like normal.