City Hosts Community Events and Provides Updates
The City of Sunny Isles Beach has been active with community engagement and important announcements. On Friday, June 12, the city organized a ‘Cultural Trip: Day @ Bayside’ for residents. The weekend activities continued with a community Beach Cleanup and a ‘Teens Only: School’s Out Party’ on Saturday, June 13. Looking ahead, the city has a City Commission Workshop for an agenda review scheduled for June 16, followed by another workshop with special presentations on June 18. In recent city news, Vice Mayor Jeniffer Viscarra hosted a Town Hall meeting focused on college affordability, featuring a guest speaker from the TRIO Educational Opportunity Center who provided valuable information on financial aid and scholarships. The city’s Ocean Rescue Division also recently earned a prestigious national certification from the United States Lifesaving Association, highlighting their commitment to beach safety.
Major Real Estate Transactions and Luxury Developments Shape the Skyline
The real estate market in Sunny Isles Beach continues to be a hot topic. A significant recent transaction was the sale of the Solé Miami, a 249 key resort, by Mast Capital to South Street Partners. This sale is seen as a strong indicator of investor confidence in the local hospitality market. Construction and development of ultra luxury residences are also making headlines. Projects like the 62 story Bentley Residences and the two tower St. Regis Residences are progressing, promising to add to the city’s iconic skyline. An article from earlier this week highlights that the entry tier for these direct oceanfront branded properties, such as the Bentley Residences and St. Regis Sunny Isles, begins at approximately $5 million to $5.8 million, demonstrating the strength of the luxury market. These new developments continue to transform Sunny Isles Beach into a premier global destination.
Beach and Ocean Conditions
Beachgoers should exercise caution as of the latest reports. There are yellow and purple flags flying, indicating a medium hazard with moderate surf and the presence of dangerous marine life, specifically jellyfish. A rip current advisory is also in effect. The water temperature is a warm 80 degrees Fahrenheit (approximately 27 degrees Celsius). Waves have been reported to be over three feet, which could be hazardous for swimming. Winds are coming from the east at 10 to 15 miles per hour. With a high UV index, sun protection is strongly recommended for anyone visiting the beach.
Important Traffic and Roadwork Information
Residents and visitors should be aware of several ongoing and upcoming road and sidewalk closures due to construction and infrastructure projects. A sidewalk closure is in effect southbound at 19370 Collins Avenue until July 1. There are also nightly lane and sidewalk closures eastbound and southbound on 18590 Collins Avenue, which are expected to continue through June 19. Additionally, there is a northbound beach access closure at 18401 Collins Avenue that will be in place until mid August. These projects are part of the city’s efforts to improve infrastructure, including utility undergrounding in the Golden Shores neighborhood. Drivers are advised to plan for potential delays and seek alternative routes when possible.
Weather Forecast for Today and the Next 3 Days
Today: Expect a mostly sunny day with a high temperature around 87°F (31°C). There is a 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms developing after 2 p.m. Winds will be calm. Tonight, the low will be around 81°F (27°C) with a 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly before 9 p.m.
Monday: The forecast for Monday is mostly sunny with a high near 88°F (31°C). There is a 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2 p.m. Monday night will see a low of about 81°F (27°C) with a continued 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly before 8 p.m.
Tuesday: Tuesday will be sunny with a high near 88°F (31°C). There is a 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2 p.m. Tuesday night will be mostly clear with a low around 82°F (28°C) and a chance of thunderstorms before 8 p.m.
Wednesday: Expect a sunny day with a high near 88°F (31°C). The wind will be out of the south at 7 to 13 mph. Wednesday night will be partly cloudy with a low around 83°F (28°C).