South Florida will see a few passing showers Friday, with a stretch of heavier rain, strong winds and higher-than-normal tides expected to raise the risk of coastal flooding starting Sunday and lasting into early next week.
Most of the heavier showers are staying offshore Friday, though some could drift inland along coastal communities and near I-95. Showers should move from the coast inland during the morning, then ease in the afternoon and evening. Temperatures started in the low 70s and afternoon highs are forecast in the lower 80s.
A coastal flood advisory is already in effect. High tide Friday morning was expected around 7 a.m. in Miami and 7:15 a.m. in Fort Lauderdale, with minor flooding possible in low-lying areas.
The forecast calls for a line of showers to develop near the coast Sunday, possibly bringing repeated rounds of rain to the same areas. The National Weather Service office in Miami has not been quoted in this story, but the pattern could bring significant rain totals, especially along coastal communities and east of I-95. The strongest winds and highest rain chances are expected Sunday through Tuesday.
Persistent northeast winds could push water against the shore, and a full moon will add to already elevated tides. The greatest flooding concern is Monday and Tuesday, when flood-prone neighborhoods could see conditions worsen. NEXT Weather Alerts are in effect for Sunday, Monday and Tuesday.
No tropical systems are expected to form in the Atlantic over the next seven days. Residents in coastal and low-lying areas should watch for changing conditions, especially during king tides.
