South Florida starts the dry season Thursday with mostly sunny, breezy conditions and only an isolated chance of a shower during the day, according to CBS News Miami. Highs are forecast near 90 degrees, and heat indices could climb into the upper 90s and 100s in the afternoon once humidity is factored in.
East winds will build through the day, with gusts of 15 to 20 miles per hour. The risk of rip currents along Atlantic beaches is low, and no advisories or alerts are in place for boaters.
Conditions change by the weekend. Spotty showers arrive Friday on the breeze, with highs in the upper 80s. A frontal boundary, plenty of moisture and high pressure will make Saturday soggy, with scattered storms that could bring heavy downpours.
Sunday looks worse. Storms are expected to be more widespread, with the potential for heavy rain and localized flooding. Winds could gust to 30 miles per hour or higher, making beach and boating conditions hazardous.
The forecast calls for unsettled weather with high rain chances continuing into early next week. Residents planning weekend outdoor events or boat trips should check updates as the system approaches.
