(Miami, January 28, 2026) – Florida is bracing for its coldest temperatures in 15 years this weekend, wiht Miami expected to reach 0 degrees Celsius (32 Fahrenheit).
Teh unusually cold weather will impact much of south Florida after the state largely avoided the winter storm that recently affected a large portion of the United States.
Florida, wich had previously been spared from the severe winter weather impacting much of the contry, is now forecast to experience a prolonged period of frigid conditions, according to the national Weather Service (NWS). The NWS issued a frost warning for Glades County in southwest Florida, warning that the cold front will bring subzero temperatures to several areas of South Florida, EFE reported.
Forecasts predict lows of -2 °C (28 F) in Miami adn fort Lauderdale,and as low as -6 °C (21 F) in West Palm Beach – temperatures not seen in over a decade. “Large areas of near freezing or below freezing temperatures are possible across South Florida on Sunday and Monday,” the NWS office in Miami said, adding that possible rain is expected Wednesday through Friday as part of the same system.
The approaching Arctic front marks a significant shift for the “sunshine state,” which has so far been an exception to the winter storm that has caused at least 34 deaths and left more then half a million homes without power across two-thirds of the United States in recent days. Record low temperatures have been recorded in dozens of cities nationwide.
What This Means for You
The forecast calls for a week of frosty mornings and unusually cold days in Florida. Residents should take precautions to protect vulnerable plants and pets, and to prevent pipes from freezing. The NWS advises bringing them indoors or covering them. Prolonged exposure to the cold should be avoided, notably during the early morning hours. The Tampa office of the NWS jokingly stated, “Florida has decided to participate in the winter,” forecasting a further temperature drop starting Friday night and extending into next week.
Meteorologists recommend protecting sensitive plants by covering them with blankets or moving them indoors. Pets should also be brought inside, and residents are urged to dress in layers when venturing outdoors. The cold snap is expected to last through early next week, with temperatures gradually returning to normal by Wednesday.
Clarification of Changes & Answers to Questions:
* Why: An Arctic front brought unusually cold temperatures to Florida,which had previously avoided the severe winter weather affecting much of the US.
* Who: The National Weather Service (NWS) issued warnings, and residents of South Florida are most affected. The winter storm impacting the US has caused 34 deaths and left over 500,000 without power.
* What: South Florida is experiencing a prolonged period of frigid conditions, with temperatures expected to drop below freezing in several areas, including Miami, Fort Lauderdale, and West Palm Beach.
* How did it end? The cold snap is expected to last through early next week, with temperatures gradually returning to normal by Wednesday.
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