While the The tropics continue to remain quietyou'll need to have an umbrella handy this week.
The good news is that temperatures are expected to drop slightly heat tips were issued for parts of Northeast Florida.
Flood updates is in effect for some areas in South Florida Monday afternoon.
The National Hurricane Center watches two tropical wavesincluding one in the western Caribbean.
Tropical moisture may increase the chance of rain in Florida starting Monday, but according to Ryan Truchelut, chief meteorologist at WeatherTiger, it won't be an organized thing. Sahara dust, strong wind shear and other factors are expected to help keep the tropics quiet for the next few days.
The peak of hurricane season runs from mid-August to mid-October. If your hurricane supplies are running low or you haven't started an emergency kit, Florida next sales tax holiday the end of August can help you save money.
Chances of rain are increasing. A heat advisory has been issued for Northeast Florida
At least 2 to 4 inches of rain will fall across much of the southeastern states by the end of this week, according to AccuWeather. The rain is associated with air from the Gulf of Mexico and southwest Atlantic moving to the southeast.
Florida may be spared some of the worst rain, but a tropical low pressure wave increases the chance of showers through Tuesday.
“As the tropical wave approaches and moves northwest across the state from Sunday into Tuesday, there will be an increase in showers and thunderstorms with the potential for some to bring flooding rain, strong wind gusts and even downpours near beaches,” said Alex DaSilva. , AccuWeather's chief hurricane expert.
The tropical wave is not expected to develop into a tropical depression or a named tropical storm.
Temperatures expected today:
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Pensacola: High 87. Storms will begin along the coast and sea during the early morning hours with better storm coverage moving inland by the afternoon. There will be rain and storms scattered in local numerous in much of the area by Monday afternoon. Local minor flooding will be possible,
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Tallahassee: High 93. Other day with widespread rain and storms throughout the region. Storms will likely start early.
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Jacksonville: High 85. Increasing chance of showers and thunderstorms this afternoon and evening. Periods of heavy rainfall will be possible. Not everyone will get the rain. Until 6 p.m. a heat advisory has been issued for areas of North and Northeast Florida. Expect heat index values as high as 108 to 110.
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Daytona Beach: High 89. Increased chance of showers and thunderstorms through Tuesday. ONE few storms may be strong, especially from north orlando. Wind gusts as high as about 50 mph possible, along with locally heavy rainfall of up to 1-3 inches.
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Melbourne: High 90. Band of dry air near Melbourne before sunrise forecast to move north. Disruption will help create scattered in many showers and storms today. Extended showers and thunderstorms will be possible through sunset, generally west of Orlando. Then drier conditions will prevail overnight.
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Port St. Lucy: High 90. Hang on scattered in many rains and storms today. Overnight, a few showers and thunderstorms will remain possible along the Treasure Coast into the morning.
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West Palm Beach: High 85. A tropical wave will approach South Florida early this morning. Right above 2 inches of rain expected by this afternoon. Showers and thunderstorms could affect the East Coast metro areas beginning early this morning and continuing into the late morning.
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Naples: High 90's. Scattered in many storms it will be possible this morning and afternoon. Stronger storms could bring gusty winds, frequent lightning and heavy rainfall. Localized flooding may be a concern today for areas receiving repeated heavy rainfall. It is possible that there are some water resources in the local waters today.
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Fort Myers: High 91. Another typical Florida summer day, characterized by hot and humid conditions ending in showers and thunderstorms. The main concerns would be frequent lightning, local heavy rainfall, and gale force winds. Thunderstorms will likely develop late afternoon in South Florida and move northwest by evening.
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Sarasota: High 92. A clash between Saharan dust in the mid-atmosphere and moisture in the lower levels could bring stronger storms in the area today. Lightning, localized heavy rain and gusty winds are all possible. The dust is expected to dissipate Monday through Tuesday. Scattered to heavy showers/thunderstorms are expected every day this week.
Florida Weather Radar: Track storms as they move across the state
Dirty rain in Florida. Sahara dust helps keep the tropics quiet
Dust and Saharan winds are keeping the tropics quiet now, but forecasters say that's likely to change.
Dust will have another impact as rain arrives.
“Because a significant amount of dust from the Sahara desert is nearby, the rain this week may appear muddy and leave a residue on exposed surfaces in south and central Florida,” AccuWeather said.
“The favorable conditions that produced Beryl are likely to return sometime in August and this will likely result in prolonged burst of hurricane activitysaid Dr. Ryan Truchelut, chief meteorologist at WeatherTiger.
“WeatherTiger's real-time forecast remains for about twice the amount of storm activity in a normal hurricane season.”
The his next storm seeAson will be Debby.
What is NOAA monitoring in the Atlantic basin?
The National Hurricane Center said no tropical cyclone activity is expected in the coming days.
The National Hurricane Center is tracking two tropical waves. Here's the latest update from the NHC at 2 p.m. July 22:
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Tropical wave 1: A tropical wave in the Atlantic is moving west at 11 to 17 mph.
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Tropical Wave 2: A tropical wave in the western Caribbean extends from the Cayman Islands south along western Panama. Moving west at 6 to 11 mph.
Who is likely to be affected?
A tropical wave is expected to bring tropical moisture to Florida through Tuesday.
Forecasters urge all residents to continue to monitor the tropics and always be prepared. This tip is especially important for what is expected to be a very active hurricane season.
When is the next holiday for Florida hurricane supplies?
Save on hurricane supplies between August 24 and September 6. This will be the last tax-free holiday for 2024 for emergency supplies and comes during the busiest time of the hurricane season.
I can't afford one generator or weeks of food? Here are the basics you should have on hand.
Eligible items are included in the tax free holiday include:
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ONE portable generator used to provide light or communication or preserve food in the event of a power outage with a retail price of $3,000 or less.
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A tarp or other flexible waterproof sheet with a retail price of $100 or less.
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An item commonly sold as or generally advertised as a ground anchor system or tie-down kit with a retail price of $100 or less.
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A smoke detector or smoke alarm with a retail price of $70 or less.
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A fire extinguisher with a retail price of $70 or less.
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A carbon monoxide detector with a retail price of $70 or less.
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A non-electric food storage refrigerator with a retail price of $60 or less.
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A portable power bank with a retail price of $60 or less.
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A tank of gas or diesel fuel with a retail price of $50 or less.
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A portable self-powered radio, two-way radio, or weather radio with a retail price of $50 or less.
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A pack of AA-cell, AAA-cell, C-cell, D-cell, 6-volt, or 9-volt batteries, excluding automotive and marine batteries, with a retail price of $50 or less.
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A portable self-powered light source (battery, solar, hand crank, or gas powered) with a retail price of $40 or less, including: flashlights, lanterns, and candles.
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Eligible light sources and radios qualify for the exemption, even if electrical cables are included in the purchase.
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Reusable ice (ice packs) with a retail price of $20 or less.
➤ See the full list of items, including pets and cleaning supplies, that are exempt from sales tax
When is Atlantic hurricane season?
Atlantic hurricane season runs from June 1st to November 30th.
When is the peak of hurricane season?
The peak of the season is Sept. 10, with the most activity occurring between mid-August and mid-October, according to the Hurricane Center.
National Hurricane Center Map: What are forecasters watching now?
Systems currently being monitored by the National Hurricane Center include:
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Forecast for heavy rain
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This article originally appeared in Treasure Coast Newspapers: Florida tropical wave, dirty rain: Expected impact, radar, forecast
