South Florida weather forecast includes storms, localized flooding

• Slow-moving thunderstorms and resulting heavy downpours could cause localized flooding across some parts of South Florida.
• "Scattered to numerous showers and storms" will develop this afternoon, and the strongest thunderstorms could bring "gusty winds and heavy downpours," according to the NWS.
• Still, temperatures will remain high, with peak heat index values, or "feels-like" temps, ranging between 103 and 108 degrees across "most" areas on July 1.

Slow-moving thunderstorms and resulting heavy downpours could cause localized flooding across some parts of South Florida today.

According to the National Weather Service, "scattered to numerous showers and storms" will develop this afternoon, and the strongest thunderstorms could bring "gusty winds and heavy downpours." The latter may cause localized flooding in urban areas, as well as those with poor drainage.

Still, temperatures will remain high, with peak heat index values, or "feels-like" temperatures, ranging from 103 to 108 degrees across "most" areas on July 1.

In Miami, a high of 92 degrees is forecast for the day, while highs of 91 degrees are forecast for Fort Lauderdale and West Palm Beach.

How to stay safe in high heat

The National Weather Service recommends:

• Hydrating before you’re thirsty
• Wearing lightweight clothing
• Taking breaks in shade or in an air-conditioned building, if it is available, as fans may not be enough.
• Limiting "strenuous" outdoor activity during the afternoon.

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.