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South Florida Weather Alert: 80% Rain Chance October 24-25
MIAMI, FL — South Florida residents should prepare for a wetter, windier weekend as showers and possible thunderstorms move into the Miami area Saturday, October 24, bringing a 70% daytime rain chance
By Owen Prescott · 2026-10-21T08:33:07.519Z
MIAMI, FL — South Florida residents should prepare for a wetter, windier weekend as showers and possible thunderstorms move into the Miami area Saturday, October 24, bringing a 70% daytime rain chance and an 80% precipitation probability Saturday night. Before the weekend arrives, dangerous rip currents and minor coastal flooding are additional concerns along portions of Miami Dade and Broward counties.
According to the National Weather Service in Miami, Saturday's forecast calls for showers likely and a possible thunderstorm, with temperatures reaching approximately 82 degrees. Northeast winds of 20 to 23 mph could gust as high as 29 mph, potentially affecting outdoor activities, beach visits and weekend travel.
Weekend Rain Chances Increase Sharply The transition toward unsettled weather begins Friday, when Miami faces a 40% chance of showers and thunderstorms.
By Friday night, precipitation chances increase to 50%, with breezy conditions continuing.
Saturday brings a more substantial likelihood of rainfall, with showers expected to become increasingly widespread across the Miami forecast area.
The 80% Saturday night precipitation probability is the highest in the supplied forecast period.
Sunday could remain unsettled, with a 90% chance of showers and possible thunderstorms, accompanied by windy conditions and temperatures near 82 degrees.
Residents planning outdoor events should monitor updated forecasts as the weekend approaches.
Five Day Miami Weather Outlook Wednesday 10/21: Mostly sunny, with a high near 84 degrees and a 10% chance of early showers. North winds could gust to 18 mph. Partly cloudy overnight, with a low near 73 degrees.
Thursday 10/22: Mostly sunny and breezy, with a high near 83 degrees. A 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms develops during the afternoon. Northeast winds could gust to 30 mph. Overnight low near 73 degrees, with a 20% rain chance.
Friday 10/23: Sunny and windy, with a high near 82 degrees and a 40% chance of showers and thunderstorms. Northeast winds could gust to 25 mph. Overnight low near 75 degrees, with a 50% precipitation chance.
Saturday 10/24: Mostly sunny but windy, with showers likely and a possible thunderstorm. High near 82 degrees, with a 70% precipitation chance. Northeast winds could gust to 29 mph. Saturday night brings an 80% rain chance and a low near 74 degrees.
Sunday 10/25: Showers and a possible thunderstorm, with a 90% precipitation chance. High near 82 degrees and windy. Showers and thunderstorms remain likely overnight, with a low near 75 degrees and a 70% rain chance.
Coastal Flooding and Dangerous Rip Currents The National Weather Service has also identified coastal hazards affecting Miami Dade and Broward counties.
A High Rip Current Risk remains in effect through Friday evening, October 23, while a Coastal Flood Statement covers Wednesday through Thursday evening.
Minor coastal flooding is expected around high tide, potentially allowing water onto low lying roads and property.
Beachgoers should avoid dangerous surf conditions and follow local safety guidance.
Longer Range Outlook NOAA's Climate Prediction Center outlook for October 28 through November 3 favors above normal temperatures and precipitation across South Florida.
The outlook does not establish specific rainfall totals or daily storm timing.
For Miami residents, the combination of coastal hazards, increasing rain chances and strong weekend winds makes monitoring updated National Weather Service forecasts especially important.