Severe Thunderstorms, Tornado Risk For South Florida

MIAMI, Florida – The National Weather Service Storm Prediction Center has issued a marginal risk (Level 1/5) severe weather outlook for South Florida due to the potential for severe thunderstorms expected to impact the region on Sunday, March 1, 2026.

The National Weather Service in Miami forecasts scattered to numerous showers and thunderstorms in South Florida this afternoon through early evening, with a marginal risk of severe storms primarily across Miami-Dade and Broward counties, including Miami, Fort Lauderdale, and Boca Raton.

An isolated tornado cannot be ruled out, and lightning poses a significant risk, especially for outdoor events.

These storms may produce wind gusts up to 60 mph and small hail (less than 1 inch).

High temperatures will range from the upper 70s to lower 80s along the Atlantic coast to the lower 80s inland this afternoon. Heat indices are expected to reach the upper 80s to low 90s due to humidity.

Miami Weather Forecast

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