Miami, Florida – Thunderstorms are set to drench Miami throughout Tuesday, July 15, with heavy rainfall threatening flash flooding along busy corridors like US-1 and I-95. Residents and commuters should expect challenging travel from sunrise through late Tuesday night as powerful downpours hit the metro area.
According to the National Weather Service, showers and thunderstorms will ramp up after 7 a.m. Tuesday, bringing an 80% chance of rain and the risk for localized street flooding. A Flood Watch is in effect, and rainfall totals could exceed one inch in some neighborhoods. Drivers should avoid flooded roads and allow extra time for their morning and evening commutes, especially in flood-prone spots across Miami-Dade County.
By Tuesday night, the chance for thunderstorms remains at 50%, keeping conditions unsettled and roads slick. If you must travel, stay alert for hydroplaning hazards and avoid underpasses or low-lying areas that flood quickly. Tuesday’s high will top out near 83°F, with overnight lows dipping to 80°F.
Looking ahead, Wednesday continues the stormy pattern with another round of showers likely by afternoon. The threat eases late Wednesday night, but another surge of tropical moisture returns Thursday, pushing rain chances back to 60%. By Friday and into the weekend, the forecast shifts to partly sunny skies with only a slight chance of isolated storms and highs climbing to the upper 80s.
Weekend Preview:
Saturday and Sunday bring a return to mostly sunny and summer-like weather, with temperatures hovering near 87°F and only spotty afternoon showers. Next week starts warm and dry, perfect for outdoor plans.
Stay weather-aware and check for updates as flood risks remain possible through Tuesday night. More advisories may be issued as conditions evolve.
Five-Day Miami Forecast:
- Tuesday: Thunderstorms likely, heavy rain possible. High: 83°F
- Tuesday Night: 50% chance of storms, mostly cloudy. Low: 80°F
- Wednesday: Showers/storms likely after 2 p.m. High: 86°F
- Wednesday Night: Slight chance of showers. Low: 82°F
- Thursday: 60% chance of storms, partly sunny. High: 87°F
- Friday: 30% chance of afternoon storms, mostly sunny. High: 88°F
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, slight chance of afternoon storms. High: 87°F
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, isolated afternoon storms. High: 87°F
