South Florida is in for a windy weekend, with breezy conditions lasting both Saturday and Sunday. The gusts are fueled by high pressure to the north, a stalled front over South Florida, and strengthening Tropical Storm Melissa to the south.
Weekend Winds & Marine Conditions:
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Saturday: Sustained winds of 15-30 mph, gusts up to 40 mph, strongest near the coast.
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Sunday: Winds ease slightly but remain breezy.
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A Small Craft Advisory is in effect for local waters, along with high risk for rip currents and a High Surf Advisory for 6-10 foot breaking waves.
Weather on Land:
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Saturday: Mix of sun and clouds, with occasional swift showers riding the onshore breeze. Warm with moderate humidity.
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Sunday: Similar conditions, with rising humidity due to moisture from the stalled front.
Early Week Outlook:
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Monday: Stalled front lifts; a storm system across the Gulf Coast brings scattered afternoon showers and thunderstorms. Winds drop sharply.
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Tuesday: A weak front moves through, lowering rain chances.
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Wednesday-Thursday: A strong front may bring South Florida’s first notable temperature drop of the season, with lows in the 60s and highs near 80°F—promising cooler weather for Halloween.
Tropical Update – Melissa:
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Strengthening over the central Caribbean Sea, with winds up to 60 mph as of Friday afternoon.
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Heavy rain, flooding, and mudslides expected in Haiti and the Dominican Republic.
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Forecast to become a hurricane Saturday and a major hurricane (Category 3+) by Sunday.
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Early next week, Category 4 strength expected near or over Jamaica, then affecting eastern Cuba, southeastern Bahamas, and Turks and Caicos midweek.
Residents should exercise caution along the coast, monitor marine conditions, and stay updated on Tropical Storm Melissa’s progress as it intensifies.
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