Miami, Florida – Sunshine will dominate Miami skies Wednesday, July 30th, but the summer heat is set to climb, pushing heat index values near 100°F. Afternoon thunderstorms could develop, threatening outdoor plans and making travel along I-95 hazardous, especially during the late commute.
According to the National Weather Service, Miami will see a 20% chance of showers and storms Wednesday after 2 p.m., with highs reaching 90°F and heat index values peaking near 100°F. Winds will remain light, but any storm could bring brief downpours, lightning, and gusty winds. Residents should stay hydrated, limit strenuous activities, and check local alerts if thunder roars—when thunder roars, go indoors.
By Wednesday night, conditions clear with lows near 81°F. Thursday’s pattern repeats: a slight chance of afternoon storms, highs near 90°F, and more summer humidity. Storms may become more scattered Friday afternoon, potentially affecting beach traffic and evening events across Miami-Dade County.
Looking ahead to the weekend, Miami faces similar conditions—sun, heat, and a daily risk of afternoon showers or storms through Monday, August 4th. No widespread severe weather is expected, but outdoor plans could be disrupted each afternoon. Continue to monitor updates and stay prepared for rapidly changing skies, especially if you’ll be near the coast or on the roads.
Five-Day Miami Weather Outlook:
- Wednesday, July 30: Mostly sunny, 20% chance of p.m. storms, high near 90°F, heat index to 100°F.
- Thursday, July 31: Partly sunny, slight afternoon storms, high 89°F.
- Friday, August 1: Mostly sunny, 20% p.m. storms, high 89°F.
- Saturday, August 2: Sunny, slight chance of afternoon storms, high near 89°F.
- Sunday, August 3: Mostly sunny, isolated p.m. storms, high 89°F.
- Monday, August 4: Continued sun, 20% chance of afternoon storms, high near 88°F.
More Miami summer updates and Weather Alerts expected if conditions change. Stay weather-ready.