MIAMI, Florida – Scattered thunderstorms could bring gusty winds, frequent lightning, and heavy downpours this afternoon and evening across South Florida on Monday, August 26, 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 for the low lying and poor drainage area in Southwest Florida.
There is a moderate risk for rip currents for all Atlantic Coast beaches.
The thunderstorms may bring relief to some areas from the excessive heat where peak heat indices will range between 105 and 110 today with the highest values occurring over Collier County.
The National Weather Service in Miami has issued a Heat Advisory that is in effect from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. for Miami-Dade, Collier, Monroe, Palm Beach, and Broward counties.
Tuesday through Sunday
Scattered thunderstorms will be possible each day over the next week.
Some storms could become strong with threats of gusty winds and frequent lightning.
Triple digit heat indices will continue each day and will be on the rise this week. Heat advisories may become necessary during portions of the week.
The risk for rip currents will remain elevated for the Atlantic Coast beaches throughout most of the week as steady onshore flow persists.