Introduction to South Florida Weather
Friday afternoon appears to have more thunderstorms in the forecast, but a front may give South Florida a brief break from the widespread rain and flooding. The same front pushing south will be the trigger for the afternoon storms, with periods of flooding expected Friday and Saturday.
Expected Weather Conditions
On a positive note, the front will also bring a tranquil Sunday, with less than 30% of the region seeing raindrops. A slight dip in humidity is expected as the front pushes south. However, this storm-free period won’t last long, as the front will limp back to the north and turn the hose on us again. Rain chances will pick up quickly starting Tuesday.
The unsettled weather pattern continues as more showers and thunderstorms develop across South Florida this afternoon and evening, as well as Saturday afternoon and evening. Additional flooding concerns will persist through Saturday.
How’s the Drought in South Florida?
South Florida entered rainy season under drought conditions, and these dry conditions have been stubborn for most of the summer. However, September has been a different beast, erasing the drought at light speed. Extreme drought conditions have been completely eliminated, and what’s left of the severe drought area (Fort Lauderdale north into eastern Palm Beach county) will continue to shrink over the next two days. Considering all of the rain we’ve seen, it’s hard to believe that Fort Lauderdale is still down about a foot year-to-date.
Future Forecast
Today’s Forecast
TODAY: Widespread PM storms. Rain: 70%. High: 89°.
Weekend Forecast
SATURDAY: Weak front. Storms likely. Rain: 60%. High: 87°.
SUNDAY: Drier with only a storm or two. Rain: 30%. High: 89°
Conclusion
In conclusion, South Florida can expect a mix of thunderstorms and brief dry spells over the next few days. While the front will bring some relief on Sunday, the rain will pick up again by Tuesday. It’s essential to stay updated with the latest weather forecast to plan your daily activities.
FAQs
Q: What can we expect from the weather on Friday?
A: Friday afternoon will see more thunderstorms, with periods of flooding expected.
Q: Will the drought in South Florida be completely eliminated?
A: While September has made significant progress in erasing the drought, Fort Lauderdale is still down about a foot year-to-date.
Q: What is the forecast for the weekend?
A: Saturday will see storms likely, with a 60% chance of rain, while Sunday will be drier with only a 30% chance of rain.
Q: When can we expect the rain to pick up again?
A: Rain chances will pick up quickly starting Tuesday.
