Saharan Air Layer
Coverage of Saharan Air Layer in the Nexus archive.
- 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.
- 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.