22 hours agoTropical Storm Dexter forms; forecasters watch 2 other areasTropical Storm Dexter is moving away from the U.S. and won’t affect Florida.…By Irene Sans - Storm Center
August 1, 2025It’s August: Here’s where tropical storms typically formTropical activity tends to ramp up in August with more tropical waves emerging from Africa.…By Irene Sans - Storm Center
July 28, 2025Danger in the air: Heat index could hit 115 on First CoastExtreme heat will continue around the state this week, and more areas could reach record highs.…By Irene Sans - Storm Center
July 25, 2025Saharan dust will calm storms and heat up the weekendThe skies will remain mostly yellowish on Saturday as Saharan dust covers most of Florida.…By Irene Sans - Storm Center
July 23, 2025Déjà vu: There’s a chance for tropical formation in the GulfThe low-pressure system has a short amount of time to develop before it moves over land.…By Irene Sans - Storm Center
July 14, 2025Tropical system could develop over North Florida and GulfHeavy rains could lead to flash flooding in parts of the state, especially in parched South Florida.…By Irene Sans - Storm Center
June 30, 2025Tropical development possible heading into July 4th holidayThe National Hurricane Center says there’s a 20% chance of development over the next seven days.…By Irene Sans - Storm Center
June 20, 2025Summer officially starts at 10:42 p.m. tonightThe summer solistice will occur tonight, and the hours of daylight will gradually shrink until Dec. 21.…By Irene Sans - Storm Center
June 16, 2025Heat exposure cases often unreported in FloridaHeat-related deaths doubled from 1999 to 2023, with 21,518 deaths recorded during that period.…By Irene Sans - Storm Center
May 30, 2025Florida gets stormier as cold front pushes throughThere is a risk for severe storms to end the week, mainly for North Florida and the Panhandle.…By Irene Sans - Storm Center
May 22, 2025National Hurricane Center forecasts above-average yearThe Hurricane Center predicts six to 10 hurricanes this year with three to five of them becoming major hurricanes.…By Irene Sans - Storm Center
May 21, 2025Florida remains hot. When will rain and storms return?The forecast shows some breaks, but more heat will return for Memorial Day.…By Irene Sans - Storm Center
May 19, 2025Florida’s drought improves with recent rainsAbout 87% of Florida is now experiencing drought, down from 93% before rainfall last week.…By Irene Sans - Storm Center
May 12, 2025Heavy rain could bring flash flooding in North FloridaSome areas could receive 2 to 4 inches of rain on ground that is already saturated from recent days.…By Irene Sans - Storm Center
May 9, 2025Hurricane season: The terminology you need to knowYour guide to the language of the Atlantic hurricane season. Know what the terminology means.…By Irene Sans - Storm Center
May 8, 2025Channel of moisture streams over North FloridaThere’s a marginal risk for severe storms Thursday and Friday across the northern half of Florida.…By Irene Sans - Storm Center
May 2, 202599% of Florida is in a drought, and it’s getting worseNortheast Florida ranges from abnormally dry to a severe drought, according to the U.S. Drought Monitor.…By Irene Sans - Storm Center
April 7, 2025Cooler weather is coming; will it be our last cold front?As April progresses, cold fronts will become more scarce and we will slowly say goodbye to Florida’s dry season.…By Irene Sans - Storm Center
April 3, 2025Hurricane season could be busier than usual (again)Colorado State University is foreasting 17 named storms, nine hurricanes and four major hurricanes.…By Irene Sans - Storm Center
April 3, 2025Beryl, Helene and Milton retired as hurricane namesA hurricane name is retired after the storm causes many deaths or significant damage.…By Irene Sans - Storm Center
March 26, 202532 years ago: The ‘No Name Storm’ hit FloridaThe unusual March storm brought snow, tornadoes, storm surge and winds gusts of 90 mph.…By Irene Sans - Storm Center
March 18, 2025Spring break in Florida: Dangerous seas and fire riskNorth Florida can expect temperatures in the 40s this week as spring break begins with a cold front.…By Irene Sans - Storm Center
March 18, 2025It’s only mid-March, but a tropical system is possibleA tropical system could form in the Atlantic within 48 hours, but forecasters say the chances are low.…By Irene Sans - Storm Center
February 19, 2025Storm system brings more cold to North FloridaThe storm system that brought heavy snow to the Central Plains will drag a cold front across North Florida by…By Irene Sans - Storm Center