South Florida faces heavy rain, flood advisories, and high rip current risk as polls open for Election Day
By Katherine Langford
Advertisement · Why this ad?

After Monday's catastrophic flooding across parts of Central Florida, the heaviest rain has finally ended.However, scattered downpours remain possible throughout Election Day, with rain chances of 50-60%. Most locations will receive less than an inch, but isolated spots could pick up another 1.5-2.5 inches.Floodwaters will be slow to recede, and additional rain could worsen ongoing flooding. A Flood Watch remains in effect for coastal counties and Okeechobee County through 10 a.m.Expect occasional sunshine, highs in the lower 80s, and breezy east winds. Allow extra travel time when heading to the polls.Gradual improvement WednesdayWednesday brings fewer showers as the atmosphere begins drying out.Rain chances range from 20% along the coast to 30-50% inland, with an isolated thunderstorm possible.Highs climb into the lower to middle 80s.Sunshine returns later this weekThursday through the weekend looks considerably drier, with rain chances dropping to 20% or less.Expect partly to mostly