South Florida Weather Forecast: Severe Drought, Saharan Dust, and Afternoon Storms

Drought Conditions and Precipitation

• ⚠️ South Florida is now in a severe drought, affecting Miami-Dade, Broward, and parts of the Keys, due to a lack of afternoon precipitation.
• 🌧️ Coastal showers are expected this morning, with storms pushing west by the afternoon, potentially impacting inland areas of Broward and Miami-Dade.

Weekend Weather Outlook

• ☀️ Saturday will see a repeat of Friday's pattern, but with limited morning precipitation, leading to warmer temperatures and increased heat and humidity.
• 🏜️ Saharan dust is forecast to return by Sunday, which will begin to limit rain chances and contribute to hazy skies.

Temperature and Heat Index

• 🔥 Feels like temperatures are expected to reach the upper 90s and triple digits today, indicating a hot, summer-like pattern continuing through the weekend.