WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — Wake-up temps will range from the mid 70s inland to the upper 70s along the Treasure Coast. Coastal areas of the Palm Beaches will see readings near 80 degrees.
Friday starts dry with showers and storms popping up along the East coast sea breeze by late morning and early afternoon. A few storms could produce frequent lightning, heavy downpours and gusty winds, leading to brief ponding of water on roadways.
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High temperatures will reach the mid to upper 80s along the beaches and upper 80s to around 90 degrees inland. It will feel like the mid to upper 90s during the afternoon. Southeast winds will increase to 10 to 15 mph near the coast.
Fourth of July weekend calls for daily showers and thunderstorms but most of the time it'll be dry. In fact, it looks dry for the 9 p.m. fireworks showtimes. Be safe and enjoy.

The boating forecast looks good for Friday with seas generally 2 feet or less and SE winds around 5 knots.
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