Miami, FL – South Florida begins the first day of fall under storm clouds, with dangerous heat and thunderstorms threatening travel and safety. Drivers on I-95 and local highways could face ponding water and low visibility by Tuesday afternoon as storms intensify.
According to the National Weather Service, showers and thunderstorms are likely in Miami between 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. Tuesday. Some storms may be severe, bringing heavy rain, gusty winds, and dangerous lightning. Heat index values could reach 101 degrees before storms roll in, adding another layer of risk.
Communities from Miami Beach to Kendall should expect delays on major roads during the afternoon commute. Air travelers could also face weather-related flight delays at Miami International Airport. Forecasters advise limiting outdoor activity during peak heat and avoiding non-essential travel during the strongest storms.
Tuesday night storms may continue past 8 p.m., with rain and lightning lingering through the early hours of Wednesday. By midweek, daily rain chances remain high, with more storms expected through Thursday. Flooding in low-lying areas remains possible, especially where repeated downpours occur.
Residents should keep devices charged, secure loose outdoor items, and plan for sudden power outages. The pattern of hot mornings followed by stormy afternoons looks set to continue through late week.
Warnings remain in effect, with conditions expected to improve slightly by the weekend. More advisories may follow if flooding or severe storms develop.
Five-Day Forecast for Miami, FL
- Tuesday: Thunderstorms likely, high near 88. Heat index up to 101. Storms linger into evening.
- Wednesday: Chance of storms, high near 88. Afternoon storms possible.
- Thursday: Storm chances continue, high near 88. Rain likely after 2 p.m.
- Friday: Isolated storms, high near 88. More sunshine possible.
- Saturday: Thunderstorms likely, high near 88. Rain chances up to 50%.
