Florida – Palm trees sway hard as gusty northwest winds sweep across South Florida, dragging in an unusual chill. The air feels dry and sharp. Windows rattle, and jackets come out fast across Miami-Dade and Broward counties.
The National Weather Service in Miami reports a Cold Weather Advisory and Wind Advisory in effect through Sunday morning. Northwest winds of 15 to 25 mph, with gusts up to 45 mph, will combine with falling temperatures to create wind chills in the upper 20s to low 30s. For South Florida, that cold carries real impact.
Miami starts the day mild, but temperatures drop steadily through the afternoon as clouds thicken and winds increase. A brief chance of showers passes midday, then skies clear quickly tonight. That clearing allows temperatures to fall sharply. Overnight lows dip into the upper 30s near the coast, with colder pockets inland. Wind chills fall even lower, especially near open water and exposed bridges.
Drivers along I-95, the Palmetto Expressway, and coastal causeways should expect difficult travel at times. Strong crosswinds can affect high-profile vehicles. Loose outdoor items may blow around, and minor power interruptions are possible.
Sunday stays sunny but breezy, with highs only near the low 50s. The cold lingers into the morning hours before easing slightly by afternoon. Sunday night turns calmer and clear, allowing another cool start Monday. Highs recover near 59, followed by a quicker warmup Tuesday as temperatures climb into the upper 60s.
This cold snap is part of a massive Arctic outbreak stretching from the Midwest to Florida, with the Great Lakes now nearly half frozen. Another front later next week could reinforce cooler air again.
Secure outdoor items, limit exposure tonight, and check on neighbors sensitive to cold. Feeling the chill where you live? Share how cold it dropped in your neighborhood.
Five-Day Outlook for Miami, FL
• Saturday: Breezy, showers early, turning windy and colder
• Sunday: Sunny, windy, high near 52
• Monday: Sunny, high near 59
• Tuesday: Mostly sunny, high near 67
• Wednesday: Sunny and warmer, high near 72
