Unseasonable heat, near-90-degree weather returns to South Florida
- After a blistering weekend, unseasonable heat is returning to South Florida today.
- Temperatures in the high 80s and mid 90s are expected to last until early next week.
After a blistering weekend, unseasonable heat is returning to South Florida and is expected to last into early next week.
According to the National Weather Service, high temperatures on May 6 will reach the upper 80s along the coasts of Florida, and the mid 90s across the interior areas.
Miami and Fort Lauderdale, for instance, are both expected to see highs of 86 degrees. Temperatures in Boca Raton and West Palm Beach will reach highs of 85 degrees, while Homestead will see a high of 89 degrees.
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It’s the start of a gradual warming trend, according to a post by the NWS. A ridge of high pressure will sit over South Florida for the rest of the week.
How to stay safe in extreme heat
The NWS recommends:
- Hydrating before you’re thirsty
- Staying in a cool place, especially during the heat of the afternoon
- Making use of air conditioning if it’s available, as fans and open windows “will not be enough”
- Limiting outdoor activities between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.
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Sarah Perkel is a South Florida Connect Reporter for the USA TODAY Network's Florida Connect team. You can get all of Florida’s best content directly in your inbox each weekday day by signing up for the free newsletter, Florida TODAY.