Very warm and humid conditions will make it feel close to 100 degrees this weekend, with any cooling afternoon thunderstorms holding off until after 3 p.m.

More cloud cover on Saturday will limit instability and keep rain chances around 40%, as there won’t be as much sunshine to fuel storm development. On Sunday, however, less cloud cover will allow for greater instability, increasing rain chances to 50% or higher during the afternoon and evening hours.

A typical rainy-season pattern remains in place Monday, with mainly afternoon thunderstorms expected. Rain coverage is forecast to increase Tuesday and Wednesday as a disturbance moves south down the Florida Peninsula.

There is some hope for drier weather later next week, but confidence remains low due to continued uncertainty in the forecast.

The bottom line: If you have outdoor plans, the morning and midday hours look favorable, with the best chances for storms arriving later in the day. Be sure to stay hydrated and take breaks in air-conditioned spaces when possible. High temperatures will reach the lower 90s this weekend, with the humidity making it feel even hotter.

May 30: Hot, humid weekend ahead with afternoon storm chances

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