We’re entering a time of year when South Florida experiences more variations and changes in the weather pattern, as several fronts are set to cross through the region this week.
The first front arrives Monday night into Tuesday, bringing dropping humidity. This will be followed by a second, stronger front sweeping through on Thursday, which will usher in a notable drop in temperatures. These fronts will also help keep Hurricane Melissa away from the U.S., positioning it near the coast of Cuba, the Bahamas, and Turks and Caicos. More on Melissa’s forecast below.
**Sunday Weather in South Florida**
For our Sunday, conditions will be fairly similar to what we saw yesterday: periods of sunshine mixed with increased cloud cover and quick-passing showers riding the breeze. It won’t be rainy all day, but it certainly will be wet at times. Temperatures will remain warm with a humid feel. The breeze will be slightly less intense compared to Saturday, with sustained winds of 15-25 mph and gusts up to 35 mph coming from the east.
**Monday and Tuesday Outlook**
On Monday, the first front will begin to approach, allowing scattered showers and storms to develop during the afternoon hours. Some of this rain could be heavy. Behind this front, humidity will drop, but the change won’t be dramatic.
Tuesday is expected to remain warm and humid with sunshine and the potential for morning fog. Most areas should stay dry by then.
**Wednesday and Beyond**
Humidity should noticeably decrease by Wednesday. The stronger front arrives on Thursday, bringing sunshine, mostly dry conditions, and very comfortable temperatures. Highs late in the week will be near 80°F, with lows in the 60s — perfect weather for Halloween on Friday!
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### Tropical Update: Hurricane Melissa
Hurricane Melissa has rapidly intensified since Saturday, reaching Category 4 status as of 5 AM Sunday. It is likely to continue strengthening, potentially reaching Category 5 status later Sunday into Sunday night.
By Tuesday, Melissa is expected to slowly turn northeast and is increasingly likely to make landfall on the southern coast of Jamaica as a strong Category 4 hurricane. Afterward, it is forecasted to make a second landfall in eastern Cuba late Tuesday, still as a Category 4 hurricane.
From Wednesday into Wednesday night, Melissa will track across the southeastern Bahamas and near Turks and Caicos as a major hurricane while increasing its forward speed.
In addition to very strong winds, Melissa’s main threat includes heavy rainfall, which could lead to catastrophic flooding and mudslides in parts of Jamaica and Haiti over the next few days. Isolated rainfall totals of around 40 inches are possible.
Stay tuned for updates as we continue to monitor Melissa’s path and potential impacts.
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