Miami, Florida – Slick roads, summer heat, and a daily dose of thunderstorm risk will keep Miami on weather alert this week as summer storms line up for a busy stretch. Expect conditions to turn unsettled Tuesday, July 8, when scattered thunderstorms are set to develop after 2 p.m., pushing heat index values toward 100°F and bringing potential hazards for drivers on I-95 and surface streets.
According to the National Weather Service in Miami, there’s a 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms on Tuesday, mainly after 2 p.m. The mercury will reach near 87°F, with the real-feel soaring higher. Residents should avoid unnecessary travel during heavy downpours, secure outdoor items, and check local alerts for flooding or lightning risks. Monday night’s brief lull will give way to another round of storms, with a similar pattern forecast through Thursday.
Commuters along I-95 and local Miami streets should plan for slower travel during afternoon and evening hours as passing storms reduce visibility and create ponding on roadways. Wednesday and Thursday will bring more of the same—showers and thunderstorms mainly after 2 p.m., and daytime highs in the upper 80s. Southeast winds will remain gentle, but sudden downpours could prompt quick changes in driving conditions.
By Friday and into the weekend, the thunderstorm chance continues, with 50 percent coverage possible by Saturday. Temperatures stay steady near 87°F, and humid air keeps heat indices uncomfortably high. Outdoor events, especially on Saturday, should have backup plans in place.
Warnings remain in effect through the week. Stay tuned for updates as each afternoon brings renewed thunderstorm risks across Miami and the I-95 corridor.
Miami 5-Day Weather Outlook (Tuesday, July 8 – Saturday, July 13):
- Tuesday: 30% chance of thunderstorms after 2 p.m., high near 87°F
- Wednesday: 40% chance of storms after 2 p.m., high near 86°F
- Thursday: Thunderstorms likely between 2-8 p.m., high near 86°F
- Friday: 30% chance of afternoon thunderstorms, high near 87°F
- Saturday: 50% chance of storms, partly sunny, high near 87°F
