Miami and South Florida Hit by Unexpected Cold Snap
Hey everyone, let’s talk about the unusual cold weather hitting Miami and South Florida right now. A strong cold front moved through the region over the past few days, and temperatures have plunged well below the seasonal average. On Tuesday morning, parts of Tampa set new record lows, with Tampa itself dropping to 39 degrees—a record for November 12, breaking the old mark of 40 degrees set back in 1892. Brooksville and Winter Haven also reported record-setting temperatures, and other areas were hovering very close.
This chilly air didn’t just stay in Tampa. South Florida, including Palm Beach County, saw temperatures dip into the 30s overnight, with coastal areas feeling mid-40s while inland spots near Lake Okeechobee struggled into the low 40s. Northwest winds blowing at 10 to 15 mph, gusting up to 20 mph, made it feel even colder—some areas reported wind chills making it feel like the 30s. This is the coldest weather the region has experienced since mid-March, when temperatures last dipped into the 50s.
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The cold front brought more than low temperatures—it also stirred up strong winds. On Monday, gusts were reported over 30 mph at times, and the chilly north to northwest winds kept highs in the 60s, making for a crisp, biting day. As Tuesday morning rolled in, many locations were at or near record lows, with northern areas north of Tampa facing the potential of near-freezing temperatures in parts of Citrus and Hernando counties.
Thankfully, this cold snap is expected to be short-lived. By Wednesday afternoon, warmer air will start moving back in from the northeast, and highs will rebound into the 70s. Meteorologists have reassured residents that after Tuesday night, temperatures will no longer be as harsh, with metro areas warming into the upper 50s and around 60, and regions near the lakes in the upper 40s to around 50. Sunshine will return, and the cold won’t stick around for long.
Still, there are precautions everyone should take during this unusual chill. Pets should be brought indoors, livestock needs shelter with unfrozen food and water, and outdoor plants should be moved inside or covered to prevent damage. Residents with exposed water pipes should wrap them to prevent freezing, and if you’re using space heaters, make sure they’re handled safely—keeping them on flat surfaces, away from anything flammable, and unplugged when unattended.
So, while Florida isn’t used to this kind of Arctic blast, it’s a perfect reminder to bundle up, take care of pets and plants, and be ready for a few chilly days before the warmth returns. Stay safe out there, and enjoy the temporary crisp weather—it won’t last long!
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