NEXT Weather: Sizzling heat, return of afternoon storms
MIAMI - It's going to be another scorcher, a Heat Advisory remains in effect through 8 p.m. Friday.
Thursday marks the 10th straight day a Heat Advisory has been issued for Broward and Miami-Dade, they've been in effect since July 4th.
We have had eight days in a row of record-breaking heat index values in Miami and five record highs so far this month in Miami. Wednesday was the second day in July we reached a record high of 97 degrees in Miami. Our average high this time of year is 91 degrees. We have had 11 days with above-average highs in the 90s.
We have had more time spent with a heat index above 105 this year than any other.
Thursday's highs will be above normal again with highs in the low to mid-90s. When you factor in the humidity, it will feel like 105 to 110 degrees. Try to limit outdoor activities during the afternoon hours and stay hydrated.
As Saharan dust thins out and gradually moves out, some moisture will move in. Keep your umbrella close as scattered storms will develop in the afternoon and evening. This rain will bring us some relief from the heat.
With a southeast breeze in place, we will deal with more of our typical wet season pattern with the potential for scattered afternoon storms every day and some downpours will be possible. Highs stay sizzling in the low 90s through the weekend.