Will the rain and heat in Miami affect your Fourth of July plans? What does the forecast say

Are you planning to spend the 4th of July outdoors? Taking your family for a day at the beach or boat trip?

Be prepared for all the weather South Florida has to offer.

According to the National Weather Service, there is a 60% chance of precipitation. The likelihood of rain increases as the day progresses, which could affect outdoor festivities and celebrations.

The day will start off mostly sunny, with temperatures reaching 90 degrees. An east wind of around 17 km/h will provide some relief from the heat. Rip current risks may increase along the Atlantic coast throughout the week.

Be prepared for a sweltering Independence Day when adding humidity.

The heat index, or how hot it feels, could reach more than 100 degrees a day across South Florida for most of the week, according to the dangerous weather outlook.

Weekend weather

Friday brings a 50% chance of showers and thunderstorms, but it will remain sunny with a high near 90 degrees.

Saturday and Sunday look similar, with sunny skies and highs near 90, but a 60% chance of showers and thunderstorms throughout the day.