MIAMI, Florida – Scattered to numerous thunderstorms could bring gusty winds up to 50 mph, frequent lightning, and heavy downpours this afternoon across South Florida on Thursday, August 22, 2024, according to the National Weather Service Storm Prediction Center.
Slow moving thunderstorms combined with the potential for heavy downpours could lead to localized flooding.
The thunderstorms may bring relief to some areas from the excessive heat where peak heat indices from 104 to 108 degrees are expected.
The National Weather Service in Miami has issued a Heat Advisory is in effect from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. for Miami-Dade and Broward counties.
There is a moderate risk of rip currents for the Palm Beaches.
Friday through Wednesday
Scattered to numerous thunderstorms will be possible through the upcoming weekend and into next week. Some thunderstorms could be strong on Friday as well as the upcoming weekend. These storms could contain gusty winds, frequent lightning, and heavy downpours.
A tropical wave will bring enhanced moisture over South Florida this weekend, which will present flooding concerns where showers and thunderstorms repeatedly develop.
Heat indices over 100 degrees will continue each day through the upcoming weekend and into next week.
The risk for rip currents will increase Friday and through the weekend as onshore flow returns and increases.