More scorching heat across South Florida, the Keys. What forecasters say about week ahead
As children enjoy the last days of summer vacation, families may be planning some last-minute fun in the sun before school starts.
Whether it’s enjoying a day on a nearby beach or heading down to the Keys, count on the weather being hot. Soaring temperatures have become the theme of this summer.
READ MORE: A Sunday heat advisory (and rain chances) for Miami, Fort Lauderdale and Palm Beach
On Sunday, the National Weather Service in Miami issued a heat advisory for Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties. While temperatures are in the lower 90s, it may feel like it’s 105 degrees outside.
And in the Keys, where the weather service also issued a heat advisory Sunday, it could feel as hot as 112 degrees.
Here’s what to expect across South Florida in the days ahead.
Miami-Dade, Broward forecast
▪ Monday is predicted to be sunny with a high of 92 degrees, though it could feel as hot as 108 outside. Forecasters expect that the weather throughout the week will mirror Monday’s. There’s also a 50% chance of showers through the day, and a 20% chance at night.
▪ Tuesday and Wednesday will have a 60% chance of rain through the evening.
▪ Thursday, the steamy weather continues, with a 40% chance of showers in the day and a 30% chance at night.
▪ Friday will kick off with a 50% chance of rain, though that should dip to 40% at night.
▪ Saturday will likely be a wet day, with a 70% chance of rain and even possible thunderstorms.
The Keys forecast
▪ Monday, it will be sunny with a high nearing 93, much like in Miami. The weather throughout the week won’t deviate much from Monday’s, though the weather service predicts there’s a 30% chance of rain through the day.
▪ Tuesday and Wednesday are expected to have a 40% chance of rain.
▪ On Thursday, the heat will continue, though the chance of rain drops to 30%.
▪ Friday will be a bit drier, with the chance of rain at 20% during the day. It’s predicted to increase to 40% at night and extend through Saturday.
How to stay safe
▪ Avoid direct sunlight. If outside, find shady areas and reduce physical activity.
▪ Wait until morning or evening to do outdoor activities.
▪ Drink plenty of water or drinks with electrolytes. Don’t wait until you’re thirsty.
▪ Use sunscreen to protect against skin damage and stave off dehydration.
▪ Never leave infants, children or pets in a parked car, even if the windows are cracked open.
▪ Know the difference between heat exhaustion and heat stroke — and what to do:
This story was originally published August 6, 2023 at 2:50 PM.
