Florida – Bright sun rises over Miami this morning, glinting off Biscayne Bay while warm ocean air drifts inland. The day begins calm and sunny, but a stretch of unsettled spring weather is building that could bring thunderstorms and soaking showers by Friday.
According to the National Weather Service in Miami, sunshine dominates early with temperatures climbing near 80°F this afternoon. A steady southeast breeze between 9 and 11 mph keeps the air warm and humid across Miami-Dade County.
Conditions remain quiet tonight with partly cloudy skies and lows near 75°F. Humidity stays high along the coast, setting the stage for scattered showers developing later in the week.
By Thursday afternoon, a few isolated showers may begin forming inland and drifting toward the coast. Rain coverage remains limited, but clouds gradually increase as moisture deepens across South Florida.
The more active weather begins Friday. Meteorologists now track a surge of instability that could spark afternoon thunderstorms across Miami, Hialeah, and Miami Beach. Rain chances climb to about 50 percent with brief downpours possible.
Drivers should watch for slick pavement along I-95, U.S. 1, and the Dolphin Expressway during heavier showers. Visibility may drop quickly when thunderstorms pass.
Storm chances increase further into the weekend. Showers become more widespread Saturday and Sunday, with multiple rounds of rain likely during peak spring break travel across South Florida.
Expect wet roads, brief gusty winds, and occasional lightning during stronger storms.
Despite the unsettled stretch, temperatures remain seasonably warm with highs near 80°F most days. Long-range signals suggest even warmer spring weather may return across Florida later this month.
Traveling around Miami this weekend? Are showers already popping up in your neighborhood?
Five Day Forecast for Miami, FL
Thursday: Mostly sunny with a slight chance of afternoon showers. High 82°F.
Friday: Chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2 p.m. High 80°F.
Saturday: Showers likely with thunderstorms possible. High 80°F.
Sunday: Showers and thunderstorms likely. High 81°F.
Monday: Scattered showers and storms possible. High 82°F.
