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NewsWSVN 7 MiamiJuly 31, 2026Miami-Dade

South Florida Weather Update: Heat Advisory and Incoming Rain

South Florida is under a Heat Advisory today with temperatures reaching the mid-90s, followed by an increase in rain and thunderstorms starting this weekend. Residents should prepare for high heat index values today and more widespread wet weather early next week.

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Why It Matters

Residents in Broward and Miami-Dade Counties are under a today, which requires taking precautions against heat-related illness due to values reaching 110 degrees.

Key Facts

  • A Heat Advisory is in effect today from 11:00 am to 6:00 pm.
  • The Heat Advisory covers portions of the east coast metro in Broward and Miami-Dade Counties.
  • Temperatures are expected to reach the low to mid 90s.
  • Heat index values are expected to reach 105 to 110 degrees this afternoon.
  • Isolated to scattered thunderstorms are expected today, primarily near Lake Okeechobee and northern Broward and Palm Beach Counties.
  • Storms today may produce heavy rain, frequent lightning, and gusty winds.
  • Rain chances will increase starting this weekend due to returning tropical moisture.
  • Widespread showers and thunderstorms are expected from Saturday through early next week.

Who's Mentioned

locationPalm Beach County“Area with expected afternoon thunderstorms”locationMiami-Dade County“Area under Heat Advisory”locationBroward County“Area under Heat Advisory and expected rain”locationLake Okeechobee“Region with highest chance of rain”