Local 10 Weather Forecast: Hot & Humid Conditions with Hurricane Aaron Offshore

Afternoon Weather Outlook

• ☀️ Expect hot and humid weather this afternoon with temperatures in the lower 90s under partly to mostly sunny skies.
• 💧 Rain chances are slim, with any showers likely to occur out in the Everglades.
• 🌡️ The heat index will be a significant factor, making it feel like the triple digits.

Hurricane Aaron Update

• 🌀 Hurricane Aaron, the first hurricane of the year, is located about 500 miles to our east with winds of 75 miles per hour.
• 🗺️ The forecast track indicates it will pass well to the east of South Florida, though it may approach the northern Leeward Islands, including Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands.
• 📈 There is a slightly better chance of rain next week, potentially influenced by Hurricane Aaron's proximity.

Drought Conditions

• 🏜️ The drought is expected to continue for the eastern portions of South Florida, with storms mainly pushing towards the west coast.