The National Weather Service in Miami has placed South Florida under a flood watch that will remain in effect until Monday afternoon. Meteorologists expect intermittent heavy rain on both Sunday and Monday, driven by strong onshore winds that will continue to push moisture inland.
Why the flood risk is elevated
These onshore winds are expected to produce “training” rain—repeated downpours over the same areas—which can quickly overwhelm drainage systems. In addition, the region is already dealing with an elevated water table from recent high tides and previous wind events, leaving little capacity for additional runoff.
What residents can expect
Flood‑prone neighborhoods should prepare for standing water on streets and low‑lying roads. While most structures are not expected to suffer major damage, localized street flooding and temporary road closures are likely in the most vulnerable areas.
Temperatures will stay near seasonal norms, with highs in the low 80s. Winds will remain gusty, ranging from 10 to 15 mph with gusts exceeding 25 mph, and these conditions are expected to linger into Monday.
Forecast for the coming days
After the weekend’s rain, the forecast shows a gradual drying trend early next week, with temperatures warming slightly. Tuesday’s outlook calls for a 50 % chance of precipitation and partly sunny skies, while Wednesday looks mostly sunny with only a 30 % chance of showers.
Current forecast details:
- Sunday: 80 % chance of rain, high near 83 °F, east wind 13‑15 mph, gusts up to 25 mph.
- Monday: 80 % chance of rain, high near 83 °F, east wind 14 mph, gusts up to 25 mph.
- Tuesday: 50 % chance of rain, high near 85 °F, east wind 8‑11 mph.
- Wednesday: 30 % chance of showers, high near 86 °F, north wind 3‑5 mph.
Residents are encouraged to stay informed through local weather alerts and to avoid travel on flooded roads when possible. For the latest updates, follow the National Weather Service Miami Twitter feed @NWSMiami.
Original reporting: NBC6 Miami — read the source article.
