WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — The winds won't be as gusty on Thursday, and boating conditions may be improving. However, the weather looks to be worsening as scattered showers and thunderstorms are in the forecast over the next several days.
Swimmers are still urged to use caution or stick to guarded beaches if heading out for activities like swimming, paddleboarding or surfing as a high rip current risk continues.
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As we inch closer to the weekend, South Florida’s weather pattern turns much wetter and more unsettled. Moist tropical air moving north from the Caribbean and Gulf will bring increasing chances for widespread showers and thunderstorms each afternoon and evening.
Some storms could produce heavy downpours, gusty winds, frequent lightning, and localized flooding, especially in low-lying or poor drainage areas. Outdoor plans like youth sports and beach trips may need a backup indoor option as rain chances stay elevated through the weekend and into early next week.
Overall, we are likely in store for a few inches of rain over the course of the next 7 days.
The rain will help cool us down a little with highs expected in the mid-upper 80s next week.
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