FORECAST: Heat, Humidity, and Heavy Downpours expected after 3pm

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — It’s another classic South Florida summer day with heat building through the morning before thunderstorms become the main weather story this afternoon.

Temperatures will climb into the lower 90s, while humidity pushes heat index values between 101 and 108 degrees before storms develop.

If you’re heading outdoors this morning, be sure to stay hydrated and take frequent breaks in the shade or air conditioning.

Storms Develop This Afternoon

As the afternoon progresses, scattered to numerous thunderstorms will develop across the region.

A southwest wind will keep the Atlantic sea breeze pinned close to the coast, focusing the greatest storm chances from Palm Beach County north through Martin, St. Lucie and Indian River counties, while additional storms develop around Lake Okeechobee.

Expected Storm Timing

Noon–2 p.m…

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