Florida at Risk of Potentially Disruptive Storms to Start New Week

Metropolitan areas that are at risk of seeing these storms develop include the communities along the Interstate 95 corridor, including Fort Pierce, West Palm Beach, Fort Lauderdale, and Miami. You can also expect some storm activity along the southwestern part of the state.

For instance, Fort Myers is forecast to see the chance of an isolated storm. While the storms will not be as widespread as the eastern portion of the peninsula, some of the cells could drift over to the west.

The storms are expected to surge to the south and the east of cities such as Tampa and Orlando, saving outdoor plans in these travel hotspots.

Those tourists heading out to theme parks in Orlando will enjoy dry conditions under a mix of sun and clouds with highs in the mid 70s.

The clouds will break up on Tuesday after the front moves along, leaving behind sunny skies and temperatures that climb into the mid 80s by the end of the week. You cannot ask for better weather to enjoy all of the attractions of Central Florida in the coming days.

It will also be mostly pleasant along the Florida Panhandle. The beach resort town of Destin is forecast to see clear blue skies through at least Thursday.

Temperatures will be moderate, bouncing around in the 70s for the next few days for afternoon highs. Overnight lows will land in the 60s during this time period.

Impacts to Watch Out For With Approaching Storms

There are a number of potential impacts associated with these storms, including heavy rain and strong winds. The moisture could be significant enough to trigger short episodes of urban flooding, similar to what Fort Lauderdale and Miami have been seen recently.

There is also the chance that some of the cells could generate hail large enough to cause damage.

As is typical for storm systems in Florida, there is likely to be a rash of frequent lightning strikes during the height of activity. Lastly, the storms will also be potent enough to produce waterspouts or tornadic activity.

As such, forecasters are warning those with outdoor plans to be ready to seek shelter if needed.

Travelers should be prepared for delays on both the roads and the airports. The presence of lightning in the area will inevitably lead to ground stops at the major airports serving the region.

The winds associated with the weather maker will create rough surf conditions and choppy waters through Tuesday. For example, places such as Fort Lauderdale are under a high rip current risk that is in effect from Tuesday morning through Wednesday evening.

The weather alert is advising swimmers to remain near a lifeguard. Do not attempt to swim against a current. Instead, try to relax and float if caught up in a dangerous rip current.

This part of South Florida is also under a small watercraft advisory beginning at 4 pm on Monday and lasting until 2 am Wednesday.

The forecast for the area from Jupiter Inlet to Deerfield Beach is calling for winds out of the northeast at 15 to 25 knots with gusts eclipsing 30 knots. Waves of 4 to 7 feet are also expected, making it important to exercise caution when operating small watercraft.

The temperatures will dip slightly as the front rushes through. Humidity levels will also fall.

For instance, Fort Lauderdale will slip from highs in the mid 80s on Monday to readings that top out in the upper 70s on Tuesday. The mercury will hang out in the low 80s for the balance of the week.