Winterfest Weekend

Posted by Vivian Gonzalez

Local Weather:

A weak front has pushed into the Atlantic waters and is now headed for the Bahamas. Winds are already out of the North and this should allow for less humid air to filter through. Unfortunately this front will not bring us a noticeable cool down, but rather bring us down to where we should be for this time of year. Highs in the upper 70s and lows in the middle 60s. The breeze will also be picking up out of the North-Northeast on Friday and we could see a sprinkle at best from time to time. Otherwise, look for nice, seasonal weather just in time for the weekend.

Next week some of the computer models are suggesting a stronger cold front will move through and we may see cooler air come next Wednesday. Let's keep our fingers crossed that models continue to show this trend for next week and give you an updated forecast.

Winterfest Weekend:

Bring the family, friends, kids out to this wonderful event! The Winterfest Boat Parade will be taking place this Saturday in Downtown Ft. Lauderdale. This is the event that will totally get you in the holiday spirit. The parade begins at 6:30pm. 100 boats will be decorated... The parade will be traveling East on the New River in Fort Lauderdale and North on the Intracoastal to Lake Santa Barbara in Pompano Beach... Come out and enjoy 12 miles of the "Greatest Show on H2O" sunny South Florida style!  For more information log on to www.wsvn.com. See you there!

Have a great one South Florida and make it a safe one!

Vivian Gonzalez

Meteorologist

WSVN Channel 7

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.

Flood Watch

Posted by Vivian Gonzalez

Almost 9 inches of rain have been reported in portions of South Florida in the last 12-15 hours. Street flooding of urban areas due to poor drainage and saturated soils with additional rains expected today will make streets impassible. Therefore, the National Weather Service has a flood watch in effect for coastal and metro Broward and Miami-Dade until 10pm.

Severe Weather Expected

Posted by Vivian Gonzalez

Lots of rain has been falling in Broward. Areas of Pompano Beach, Margate and Deerfield Beach have already been under an Urban Flood advisory. Additional showers and storms today will produce heavy rain leading localized street flooding, frequent lightning and gusty winds with the activity that forms. Therefore, be sure to pack the patience throughout your afternoon to early evening commute because it will be slowed down by the rain.