As a tropical storm looms in the Gulf, Miami and the Southeast brace for impacts with predicted showers and thunderstorms. Here’s a quick look at what to expect and how to prepare.

This detailed segment provides insights into the significant storm system currently spanning the Gulf of Mexico. With heavy rains affecting areas like New Orleans and alerts spreading to cities like Montgomery, the forecast brings crucial updates for the coming days. Miami sees stable temperatures while awaiting potential rain shifts, keeping residents vigilant. Explore our complete 7-day forecast for Miami, noting the anticipation of clearer skies post-storm and tips on managing high UV exposure. A significant storm system is currently over the Gulf of Mexico, impacting areas like New Orleans with heavy rainfall. As this weather moves northeast, cities such as Montgomery and Birmingham should prepare for incoming showers. Meanwhile, scattered showers are evident along the Gulf Coast from Houston to the western Florida Panhandle. Farther north, the conditions are mostly clear, but keep an eye out for potential development in the coming hours.
For the afternoon in Miami, temperatures remain steady at 87 degrees with a moderate southeast wind around 13 miles per hour. Cloudy skies dominate the forecast, maintaining throughout the afternoon into the evening. By 6 PM, wind slightly calms, blowing southeast at 11 miles per hour, with temperatures still holding at 87 degrees. By 8 PM, expect a gentle wind shift to the east-southeast at 8 miles per hour, with a slight dip in temperature to 85 degrees, while cloud cover persists.
Today’s high temperatures are quite warm across the Southeast. In Shreveport, expect a sizzling high of 98 degrees, while Houston follows closely at 94. Heading east, Jackson will see a high of 92 degrees, with Montgomery slightly cooler at 89. Atlanta ties with Charlotte at 93, providing some warm weather in Georgia. In Florida, Jacksonville reaches 91, and Tampa sees a high of 91 as well, while Miami remains a bit cooler at 87 degrees.
Tonight, Memphis will cool down to 77 degrees. Expect a low of 74 in Jackson, while Montgomery will see similar temperatures at 74. Atlanta is forecasted to drop to 73 degrees, and in Shreveport, temperatures will settle at 77. Jacksonville and Savannah will both experience lows of 75, making for a warm night across the region.
Tomorrow, Charlotte expects a scorching high of 97 degrees, while Atlanta will reach 92 degrees. Nashville is set for 90 degrees, showing well above-average temperatures across the region. In Florida, Tampa will hit 94 degrees, and Miami is looking at a warm 89 degrees.
A cold front moves through the Southeast starting tomorrow morning, impacting major cities like Atlanta, Birmingham, and into the Carolinas. Expect strong thunderstorms with heavy rain and gusty winds, particularly from New Orleans up to Montgomery. Watch for potential flash flooding in low-lying areas due to intense bursts of rain throughout Thursday. Cooler and drier air will follow the front as it progresses, leading to clearer skies by Friday. Remain alert for any severe weather warnings and plan accordingly for commutes.
The UV index in Miami on Thursday is high at 8, with a burn time of about 17 minutes in direct sunlight. By Friday, the index rises to a very high level of 10, reducing the burn time to just 12 minutes! Be sure to protect your skin with sunscreen and seek shade when possible.