MIAMI, Florida – Scattered thunderstorms will develop in the afternoon across South Florida on Friday, August 9, 2024, with the highest chances extending across Palm Beach, Broward, Collier, and Miami-Dade counties.
The strongest storms could contain gusty winds up to 50 mph, frequent to excessive lightning, and heavy downpours, according to the National Weather Service Storm Prediction Center.
Thunderstorms may bring relief to some areas from the excessive heat where peak heat indices of 104 degrees will be possible today across most of South Florida, with higher values expected across the western and interior portions.
A Heat Advisory is in effect for all of South Florida from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Saturday through Thursday
Scattered thunderstorms are expected each afternoon this weekend.
Some of the storms may contain gusty winds, frequent lightning, and locallyheavy rain.
Additional heat advisories may be needed as heat indices will remain in the triple digits each afternoon.
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