Tropical Storm Chantal affected Miami-Dade and Broward counties, bringing high winds, thunderstorms, and heavy rainfall. Wind gusts ranged from 30 mph to 45 mph, and rainfall accumulation averaged under 1 inch, with some areas receiving between 1 and 2 inches. The inclement weather was expected to decrease by late afternoon as the storm moved toward eastern North Carolina. Forecasters noted that while the rainy season persists, Monday's weather would likely shift inland toward the Everglades and Lake Okeechobee, affecting expected summer rains in the area.
Sunday experienced significant weather disruptions in Miami-Dade and Broward counties due to Tropical Storm Chantal, featuring high winds, thunderstorms, and heavy rainfall. Wind gusts reached between 30 mph and 45 mph, while rain accumulation varied, with most areas receiving less than 1 inch, but some locations reported up to 2 inches. The severe weather was forecasted to diminish in the late afternoon as Chantal progressed into eastern North Carolina. Forecasters anticipate that Monday's weather will concentrate more inland, affecting the Everglades and Lake Okeechobee.
Forecasters indicated that the tail end of Tropical Storm Chantal caused Sunday's wet conditions in South Florida, although the storm itself had made landfall in South Carolina. National Weather Service meteorologist Sammy Hadi emphasized that the storm influenced local weather patterns despite the distance from the storm's center.
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