South Florida Weather Forecast: Heatwave and Rainy Season Start (05/15/2025)

Current Weather Conditions

• ☀️ South Florida experienced its first 90-degree day of the year yesterday, reaching 91 degrees in Miami, which is the latest occurrence since 2004.
• 🌡️ Temperatures are expected to remain in the 90s with feels-like temperatures in the mid to upper 90s, starting today and continuing through the weekend.

Rainy Season and Tropical Outlook

• 🌧️ The official start of the rainy season is here, typically running from May to October, contributing 70% of the annual rainfall.
• ⚠️ The National Hurricane Center will begin issuing daily outlooks for tropical development over the next seven days, starting earlier than usual due to recent trends in major tropical cyclones.

Extended Forecast and Safety

• 📈 The 7-day forecast shows drier conditions due to high pressure, with no significant rain chances expected.
• 🏖️ High heat index values in the upper 90s make it a good day for beach or boating activities, but sunscreen is essential due to an extreme UV index.
• 🌊 Boating conditions are expected to have a light chop on the bay.