Thunderstorms, Heavy Downpours, Local Flooding For South Florida
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July 1, 2026 8:06 am
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National Weather Service Rain Chances for Florida Florida on Wednesday, July 1, 2026.
MIAMI, Florida – The National Weather Service in Miami forecasts scattered to numerous showers and thunderstorms developing this afternoon across South Florida, with the highest chances focused over the interior and southwest Florida regions.
Storms are expected to develop through the afternoon and early evening. The strongest cells may produce gusty winds, heavy downpours, and localized flooding in poor drainage areas — particularly across southwest Florida and near Lake Okeechobee. Frequent lightning will be the primary hazard.
Today’s South Florida Rain Chances – Valid Wednesday, July 1, 2026
Heat continues to be a major concern — High temperatures will range from the upper 80s to low 90s this afternoon, with heat index values reaching 103–108°F across most areas. Use caution if spending time outdoors.
Showers and thunderstorms likely, mainly after 5pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 89. Heat index values as high as 103. Calm wind becoming southeast 5 to 8 mph in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.
Tonight
A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 4am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 81. East wind around 6 mph becoming light and variable after midnight.
Thursday
A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 3pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 88. Heat index values as high as 101. Light southeast wind increasing to 5 to 9 mph in the afternoon.
Thursday Night
A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly before 8pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 82. Southeast wind around 5 mph.
Friday
A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 2pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 89. Southeast wind 5 to 9 mph.
Friday Night
A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 2am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 82. Southeast wind 5 to 7 mph.
