tropical activity

The Atlantic has been experiencing low tropical activity, and the Tracking the Tropics team is analyzing factors contributing to this quiet period while forecasting expectations for August.

July ended with record-breaking heat in Fort Lauderdale and Miami, but August is expected to bring cooler temperatures and increased storm activity. Weekend weather will feature morning dryness and afternoon/evening showers, with a storm system affecting the East Coast early next week. Tropical activity remains quiet for the next 7 days but is expected to increase in August.

The article discusses ongoing high heat and humidity with a heat index above 100º, brief rain relief over interior Florida, and the arrival of Saharan Dust causing haze and suppressing tropical activity. The dust also poses health risks like respiratory issues and reduced visibility, though it may limit storm development.