South Florida
Coverage of South Florida in the Nexus archive.
- Dust-Filled Days
Saharan Dust is creating dry and hazy conditions across south Florida, Cuba, and the Bahamas. A weak tropical wave is moving through the Atlantic but is unlikely to develop into a tropical system, with persistent onshore flow and limited relief from heat and humidity expected. The dust will dominate through Thursday, with scattered rain chances possible by Friday before returning to dry, hot conditions.
- July 8: Saharan dust lingers over South Florida
Saharan dust continues to affect South Florida, leading to hot, humid, and hazy conditions with temperatures dropping to the low 80s overnight and rising to the low 90s by Thursday. Rain chances remain low due to sustained east-southeast winds.
- South Florida fans of Team USA remain proud of team’s performance despite 4-1 loss to Belgium
Team USA lost 4-1 to Belgium in the World Cup Round of 16, ending their tournament run. South Florida fans expressed mixed reactions, with some praising the team's performance and others calling the loss a 'national embarrassment.' Despite the defeat, fans at bars in Miami and Hollywood celebrated the team's achievements and looked ahead to the 2030 World Cup.
- July 6: Wet weather brings cool evening
Wet weather in Miami on July 6 brought cooler evening temperatures after a hot afternoon, with rain-cooled air reducing temperatures into the 80s. Saharan dust and a high-pressure ridge are expected to limit rainfall midweek, keeping temperatures in the lower 90s with feels-like temperatures above 100 degrees.
- Local 10, Publix bring hunger relief through 6th annual ‘Food for Thought’
Local 10 and Publix partner for their 6th annual 'Food for Thought' campaign to address food insecurity in South Florida, where nearly 1 million residents lack consistent access to nutritious food. The initiative supports nonprofits like The Cupboard of Goodman JFS, which serves 600 families monthly, and includes school food pantries, weekend backpack meals, and community gardens.
- Venezuela earthquake relief efforts don’t let up in South Florida
Relief efforts for Venezuela's earthquake victims continue in South Florida as volunteers and organizations collect and transport critical supplies. Local groups like Global Empowerment Mission, ProKel Mobility, and Latinos in Transit collaborate with Miami officials and the Miami Marlins to gather donations, while city leaders emphasize ensuring aid reaches those in need despite challenges in Venezuela.
- Dust & Downpours This Week
South Florida faces afternoon showers and storms with potential for heavy rain, gusty winds, and lightning. A Saharan dust plume will reduce rain chances by Wednesday, leading to dangerous heat indexes in the 105–110+ range by the weekend. The Atlantic remains quiet due to Saharan dust, dry air, wind shear, and El Niño, with no tropical development expected for seven days.
- July 5: Heat, humidity persist as storms return to South Florida
South Florida will experience persistent heat and humidity through Tuesday, with scattered thunderstorms expected in Miami-Dade and Broward. A Saharan dust plume arriving by Wednesday will reduce rainfall and cause hazy skies.
- Elevated Storm Chances Early Week Before Saharan Dust Moves In
South Florida experiences elevated storm chances Sunday and Monday, with air quality alerts in Broward County due to fireworks. Saharan dust will move in by Tuesday, causing hazy skies, reduced rain chances, and hotter temperatures through Friday.
- July 4: Heat, afternoon storms return to South Florida on Sunday
South Florida will experience warm and muggy nights followed by scattered afternoon thunderstorms on Sunday, with a 50-60% chance of rain. Heat index values are expected to reach 105° to 108° in Miami-Dade, Broward, and the Keys, potentially leading to another Heat Advisory.
- Hot & Stormy For 4th of July Weekend
South Florida faces dangerous heat with heat indexes reaching 105–110°F and afternoon storms during the 4th of July weekend. The National Weather Service issued a heat advisory for Miami-Dade and Broward counties, while a drying trend next week is expected to worsen drought conditions. The Atlantic remains quiet with no tropical activity anticipated.
- South Florida under July 4 Heat Advisory as storms loom
South Florida is under a July 4 Heat Advisory with heat index values reaching 108 degrees and afternoon thunderstorms expected before clearing for evening fireworks. The National Weather Service issued the advisory for Palm Beach, coastal Broward, and metro Miami-Dade counties, with similar conditions forecasted for Sunday.
- Hot and Humid Fourth of July Weekend with Daily Afternoon Storms
South Florida experiences a hot and humid Fourth of July weekend with daily afternoon storms, heavy downpours, and localized flooding risks. Heat index values reach 103-108°F, prompting heat risk advisories. The Atlantic Basin remains free of tropical systems, and safety tips are provided for outdoor activities.
- South Florida rescue crews help save survivor of Venezuela quakes; volunteers continue sending support
South Florida first responders and volunteers are aiding Venezuela earthquake survivors by conducting search and rescue operations and sending supplies. Organizations like Global Empowerment Mission and Miami-Dade Fire Rescue’s Urban Search and Rescue team are coordinating efforts, while cargo planes and local donations deliver aid to affected areas.
- More Storms Today with Heavy Rain & Street Flooding Possible
South Florida faces active weather with afternoon and evening storms, heavy rain, and potential street flooding. Temperatures will reach the low 90s with a heat index of 103-108, and the active pattern continues into Friday. The Fourth of July weekend will see a shift toward drier conditions on the East coast.
- July 1: Chance for afternoon showers and storms
South Florida may experience stray showers on July 1, 2026, with partly cloudy skies and light winds. By Thursday, a sun/cloud mix and morning showers along the east coast are expected, followed by afternoon storms as temperatures reach the low 90s.
- ‘Hope is still there’ Relative shares story after 12-year-old boy pulled out of rubble in Venezuela
A 12-year-old boy, Carlos Miguel Colmenares Gutierrez, was rescued from rubble in Venezuela five days after an earthquake. His relatives in South Florida expressed gratitude, and he is recovering with minor injuries while the family maintains hope for others still trapped.
- July 1: A pattern change brings strong thunderstorms back to the forecast starting today
July 1 marks a return to a typical rainy season pattern in South Florida after the third-driest June on record. Strong or severe thunderstorms with lightning, wind gusts, hail, and heavy rain causing flooding are expected between 2 p.m.-7 p.m., with temperatures in the low 90s and a triple-digit heat index.
- “It’s a wrap”
South Florida experienced a prolonged heat wave with record-high temperatures and minimal rainfall in June, attributed to Saharan Dust episodes. A weather shift is expected to bring moisture, rain, and potential flooding, with the Fourth of July forecast predicting high heat and 50% rain chances.
- June 30: Rain chance to increase
Spotty showers and storms are expected to affect parts of South Florida Tuesday night, with partly cloudy conditions and cooler temperatures in Miami-Dade and Broward counties. Wednesday will feature a mix of clouds and sun, with developing showers and storms, and temperatures rising to the low 90s. Localized flooding is a potential concern with slow-moving downpours.
- South Florida couple’s IVF journey leads to overseas fertility procedure
A South Florida couple, Heidy Willis and Josh, underwent multiple failed IVF attempts in the U.S. due to PCOS before traveling to Ukraine and later Albania for mitochondrial replacement therapy (MRT), a procedure not approved in the U.S. The treatment involved transferring Heidy's DNA into a donor egg to enable biological parenthood.
- Donations pour in at South Florida mission center to help Venezuela earthquake victims
Donations are pouring into a South Florida mission center to aid Venezuela earthquake victims, with people traveling long distances to contribute supplies. Back-to-back earthquakes in Venezuela have killed nearly 1,500 people and injured thousands, prompting community efforts led by volunteers and donors like Justo Piaero, Rosalina Castro, and Cristy Paulick.
- Child found dead in vehicle outside South Florida preschool
An 18-month-old boy was found dead in a vehicle outside A World of Discovery Academy preschool in South Florida after his father forgot the child was in the car. The incident is the third such fatality in Florida this year and marks the ninth nationwide in 2026.
- Heat Builds Today Before Storm Chances Increase Midweek
South Florida faces high heat and humidity today with scattered afternoon storms, followed by increased storm chances midweek. A wetter pattern will bring heavy rainfall, flooding risks, and stalled frontal boundaries by Wednesday and Thursday. The National Hurricane Center monitors a low-pressure system off the Southeast U.S. coast with minimal tropical cyclone development potential.
- Patriotic newborns mark Independence Day at Memorial Hospital West
Newborns at Memorial Hospital West in Pembroke Pines, South Florida, celebrated Independence Day by wearing patriotic outfits such as Uncle Sam costumes and all-American themes. The hospital organized the event to bring joy to families who cannot celebrate at home, with a mother praising the effort to create meaningful memories.
- June 29: Summer sizzle
South Florida experiences warm and mostly dry weather on Monday night with temperatures near 80°F. Tuesday brings sunshine, scattered clouds, and potential late-afternoon storms inland, with temperatures reaching the low to mid-90s and high humidity.
- ‘This is unprecedented’: Volunteers of all ages continue coming to GEM’s headquarters to help quake-impacted Venezuelans
Volunteers in South Florida are mobilizing to support Venezuelans affected by recent earthquakes through the Global Empowerment Mission (GEM), with cargo planes delivering supplies to Caracas. The Bianchi brothers and other individuals, including Venezuelans like Beruscka Dolobko, are actively participating in donation drives and outreach efforts as communities express solidarity.
- Hot & Mostly Dry Start to the Week Before Rain Chances Increase
South Florida begins the week with high temperatures in the low to mid 90s and limited rain chances due to drier Saharan Air Layer conditions. A weak front will bring increased tropical moisture and rain chances from Wednesday to Saturday, with afternoon/evening storms becoming more widespread. The National Hurricane Center is monitoring a low-probability area of disturbed weather off the Southeast U.S. coast.
- ‘The best news’: South Florida woman’s mother rescued from rubble after Venezuela earthquakes
A South Florida woman's mother was rescued from rubble in Venezuela after being trapped for three days following earthquakes. The mother, Carla, was caring for a 6-year-old boy who did not survive. Florida Task Force teams were dispatched to assist in search-and-rescue efforts.
- Helping Venezuela: Donations continue to flow in Doral
South Floridians, including the Venezuelan American community, are donating supplies like food, diapers, and medicine to Venezuela through the Global Empowerment Mission (GEM). Over 40,000 pounds of aid have already been sent, with 82,000 pounds pending, as GEM coordinates logistics via a Venezuelan distributor to distribute aid. Donors are urged to avoid water and sugary drinks, and over 2,500 volunteers have participated.
- June 28: Typical South Florida summer forecast
South Florida is experiencing a typical summer forecast with high humidity, daytime heating, and seabreeze-triggered scattered storms. Temperatures will reach the lower 90s, with a cooling seabreeze expected to provide relief. Storm chances may rise later in the week as the holiday approaches.
- Hot and Hazy Today, Wetter Pattern Returns This Week
South Florida experiences hot, humid, and hazy weather due to Saharan dust, with rain chances increasing by midweek as the dust clears. A weak front later in the week is expected to bring scattered thunderstorms, while a tropical area near Florida has a low chance of development.
- Volunteers in Doral unite to support relief efforts in Venezuela after deadly earthquakes
Volunteers in Doral, Florida, are organizing relief efforts to support Venezuela after deadly earthquakes, with supplies being packed and sent to Caracas. Community members and aid organizations have established donation sites and coordinated flights to deliver essential items to affected areas in Venezuela.
- Helping Venezuela: Airbnb partners with nonprofit CADENA for emergency housing
Airbnb has partnered with CADENA International, a Mexico City-based nonprofit, to provide emergency housing in northern Venezuela. The collaboration involves connecting Airbnb hosts with beneficiaries through a database managed by CADENA, with donations encouraged via JPMorgan Chase and Venmo.
- Hot, Hazy, and Humid Weekend Ahead
South Florida will experience a hot, humid weekend with highs in the 90s and hazy skies due to Saharan Dust, reducing rain chances. High humidity will create dangerous heat conditions, and the Atlantic remains quiet with no signs of tropical development.
- June 27: Saharan dust, heat limit South Florida rain chances
Saharan dust and heat are limiting rain chances in South Florida this weekend, with high temperatures in the lower 90s and a 'feels like' temperature around 105. Showers and storms are expected to occur westward, with only a 30% chance for precipitation locally.
- June 26: Hot, hazy & humid weekend
The last weekend of June 2026 in South Florida will be hot, hazy, and humid, with Saharan dust causing reduced visibility. Spotty showers and storms are possible in Miami-Dade and Broward counties, while inland areas may see afternoon storms. Temperatures are expected to reach the low 90s with heat indices exceeding 100°F.
- ‘Trust me, you’re gonna feel it’: Ending TPS for Haitians will have workforce fallout, leaders fear
The U.S. Supreme Court's decision to end Temporary Protected Status for over 350,000 Haitians has sparked concerns about workforce and economic impacts in South Florida, where Haitians contribute significantly to industries like hospitality and senior care. Community leaders and business owners warn of potential disruptions, while the U.S. government frames the ruling as a legal necessity due to TPS's temporary nature.
- Hazy Weekend as Saharan Dust Settles In
South Florida will experience a hazy, hot, and humid weekend due to a Saharan dust plume arriving Saturday through Monday. The dust will lead to reduced rain chances and high temperatures in the low 90s, with feels-like temperatures reaching 100-105°F. A heat dome next week will maintain high temperatures, while moisture from the north may increase rain chances later in the week.
- Summer Heat Continues as Daily Storms & Saharan Dust Return
South Florida experiences hot, humid summer weather with daily afternoon storms and a Saharan Air Layer causing hazy skies. Heat index values reach up to 107°F, though no Heat Advisory is in effect, with Moderate to Major HeatRisk for outdoor activities. The Atlantic Basin remains free of tropical systems impacting the region.