Quiet, for Now

Posted by Brent Cameron

Our weather pattern remains quiet... considering it's typically a very active time of the year (weatherwise).   South Florida is under the influence of high pressure both to our east AND to our west.   The weaker high is in the Gulf of Mexico, while the stronger area of high pressure is sitting firmly over the western Atlantic.  This type of pattern doesn't take us out of the mix for possible showers and storms, but anything would be more focused over interior locations, once the sea breezes merge.   Overall storm motion is weak, so there won't be much movement or steering from any developing thunderstorm.  Basically, if you're going to cross the Everglades or travel along Alligator Alley, you'll need to prepare for possible strong downpours during the afternoon.   Elsewhere, rain will be sparse... and it's great weather for the BEACH.   Whatever you choose to do, make sure you're prepared to face strong sunshine and excessive heat.   Drink plenty of water and don't over-exert yourself during the peak heating hours of the day.  Even though our actual air temperatures will be in the normal range (highs near 90) the "feels like" temperatures will often be in the 100-105 degree range.  Of course, that's how it feels to the human body... and that's significant!

The next possible weather change could come by Wednesday or Thursday, as high pressure breaks down (slightly) and more moisture feeds into the region.   With the extra moisture we'll likely have increasing rain and storm chances.   Stay tuned.  We may, at least, be looking at a more typical weather pattern as we get into the start of August. 

Brent Cameron

White Hot Long Weekend

Posted by Vivian Gonzalez

A white hot day is underway... Today we will have a very similar situation with high temperatures reaching the low 90s. However, it will feel hotter because the humidity levels are high. Record heat is possible in Miami. The forecast is calling for a high of 92 degrees, old record is 94 set back in 1989.

Hurricane Season Outlook

Posted by Phil Ferro

2013 NHC Forecast   And so it begins. With the release of NOAA's seasonal outlook, I officially ramp up the Tropical Blog for 2013. This is what NOAA says we can expect for the 6-month season, which gets underway June 1.  

It's Official...

Posted by Brent Cameron

It shouldn't come as a surprise, (but yes) the start of the south Florida "rainy season" has begun!   According to the National Weather Service, the start date officially began on Saturday May 18, close to the median start of May 20.  Our rainy season lasts for 5-months, ending around the third week of October. 

Still On Flood Watch

Posted by Phil Ferro

Wet and Soggy Work Week

Clouds with hints of sunshine will be the routine over the next couple of days. The push of more warm, moist air will amp up the instability over South Florida tonight bringing a chance for heavy rain. A Flood Watch is in effect for the Miami-Dade and Broward Counties until 10pm. An area of low pressure sweeping to the north will keep a chance of scattered showers and thunderstorms at the start of the weekend.