WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — South Florida is in for another hot and stormy afternoon as scattered thunderstorms develop along the Atlantic sea breeze.
We expect the greatest storm coverage across Palm Beach County and south (Broward) during the afternoon and early evening hours. While not everyone will see rain, the storms that develop could quickly become heavy rain producers.
Slow-moving thunderstorms may drop 3 to 4 inches of rain in a short period of time, increasing the risk of localized flooding in urban and poor-drainage areas.
The strongest storms may also produce wind gusts between 40 and 50 mph, dangerous lightning and small hail.
The storm threat comes after another steamy start to the day. Afternoon temperatures will climb into the low to mid-90s, but humidity will make it feel much hotter.
Heat index values are expected to reach between 100 and 108 degrees across much of South Florida.
WHAT TO EXPECT TODAY
Scattered afternoon thunderstorms developing after 2-3pm and continue through 8pm.
Highest storm coverage in Palm Beach county.
Localized rainfall totals of 1 to 3 inches, with isolated amounts up to 4 inches.
Frequent lightning and gusty winds up to 50 mph.
Heat index values between 100 and 108 degrees.
Rain chances decrease for Wednesday and Thursday before ramping up prior to the weekend.
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