Florida will experience typical summer conditions on June 17th with high temperatures and the chance of more rainfall, reaching highs around 87degF and lows near 78degF respectively. While much of the day should remain sunny, afternoon and early evening showers and thunderstorms should occur often enough; winds from the east should reach 14-17 mph with gusts up to 25mph expected from this angle.
After experiencing severe flooding recently, Southern Florida residents and state officials alike are dealing with its aftermath. While residents keep an eye on forecasts to assess any further disturbances to predict further disturbances to infrastructure in Southern Florida.
Regional Roundup
Orlando will experience temperatures reaching an expected high temperature of 88degF and low of 75degF with intermittent showers spread out throughout the day and 50% probability for afternoon thunderstorms. Expect partly cloudy conditions.
Miami will see highs of 89degF with 50% rain/thunderstorm chances and breezy conditions expected to persist throughout.
Temperatures will hover near 86degF in Tampa with expected showers and possible thunderstorms; wind speeds should remain more moderate at 10 to 15 mph.
Prepare yourself for sudden weather changes, particularly intense thunderstorms. To protect against sudden temperature drops or any surprises in the form of heavy downpours, carry an umbrella or raincoat when engaging in outdoor activities and make sure you drink lots of fluid during midday heat waves if staying hydrated is key for staying comfortable and safe.
Looking ahead, expect consistent weather all week with temperatures gradually increasing throughout the week and reaching 93degF by Friday with high chances of rainfall depending on where in Texas one lives.
Neighboring states Georgia and Alabama also face hot temperatures this week; Alabama could reach highs of 91degF while Georgia might even see temperatures hit 96degF making them among the hottest spots in the South. Both should see less precipitation before this weekend due to recent bad weather patterns.
Floridians should expect significant rainfall with an 83% probability on Thursday through the weekend and continuing until Monday when it should recede and spread further southward.
Visit websites like National Weather Service and Weather25 for up-to-date weather reports and forecasts.