A cold front is moving into South Florida and will bring widespread showers and storms later Friday afternoon. Forecasters say the downpours could continue through the overnight hours, so residents should keep umbrellas handy. Fans heading to Saturday’s UM-FSU game in Miami may want to pack a poncho.
Drier air will settle in north of Alligator Alley on Saturday, but the rain threat will continue south of there. Winds will strengthen, with gusts exceeding 30 mph on Sunday and Monday.
Small craft advisories will take effect, and strong northeast winds will push the risk of rip currents to dangerously high levels by Saturday. Boaters and beachgoers should plan accordingly.
Drier air will spread across more of South Florida early next week, and temperatures are expected to become more comfortable in the mid-80s. Winds will stay strong through Monday before easing to a breeze.
The National Hurricane Center has no significant tropical activity expected over the next seven days.
