Sarasota (34230) Daily Weather Forecast

Forecasters Continue To Lower Hurricane Season Predictions As Peak Season Nears

With a strong El Niño climate pattern developing, forecasters continue to lower their predictions for the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season.

Tropical System Could Dump 10+ Inches Of Rain In Parts Of FL

Though a low-pressure area is unlikely to strengthen into a tropical storm, it's expected to bring heavy rains to Florida, forecasters said.

Tropical 'Threat' Eyed Near FL Days Ahead Of Start To 2026 Hurricane Season: Forecasters

Despite forecasts for a “below average” hurricane season, which starts June 1, an early "tropical threat" is already emerging near FL.

Hurricane Season Forecast Focuses On Threats To FL

The Climate Adaptation Center in Sarasota predicts 12 named storms for the 2026 hurricane season, which is below average.

Forecasters Eyeing Activity In The Atlantic, Tropical Depression Possible

Forecasters are eying four tropical waves in the Atlantic basin as Gulf waters hit 90 degrees in some areas, AccuWeather said.

Tropical Disturbance Could Form Over FL By July 4 Weekend

A front that could stall over FL and the Gulf has a low chance of tropical development over the July 4th holiday weekend, forecasters said.

New Forecast Predicts Up To 5 Major Hurricanes For 2025 Season

With to 5 major hurricanes of Category 3 or higher are expected during an above-normal hurricane season, NOAA officials address job cuts.

5 Major Storms Forecast This Hurricane Season, FL Weather Experts Say

The Climate Adaptation Center in Sarasota predicts 17 named storms —​ five of them major hurricanes —​ this upcoming hurricane season.

New 2025 Hurricane Forecast: Up To 5 Major Storms Expected

The 2025 hurricane season could see 13 to 18 named storms with 3 to 5 predicted to strengthen into major hurricanes, AccuWeather said.

Track Shifts For Tropical Storm Sara: What That Means For FL

Even if Tropical Storm Sara weakens as it enters the Gulf, it’s still expected to drop heavy rains on Florida. Check out the latest path.

Tropical Storm Sara Forms In Caribbean, Expected To Move Toward FL

The newly formed Tropical Storm Sara will bring heavy rains to Central America before moving into the Gulf toward Florida, forecasters said.

Tropical Storm Sara Likely To Form As Cold Front Expected In FL

As forecasters monitor a spot in the Caribbean Sea for tropical storm development, a cold front is heading into Florida by the weekend.

Tropical Activity May Pop Up This Week In Caribbean: FL Outlook

An area of low pressure could strengthen into a tropical depression in the western Caribbean Sea, forecasters said. What it means for FL.

Hurricane Rafael Forms In Caribbean: NHC Forecasters

In Florida, the Keys and Panhandle are likely to see the biggest impact from Hurricane Rafael after it enters the Gulf, forecasters said.

Tropical Storm Rafael Forms In Caribbean: NHC

FL is keeping a watchful eye on Tropical Storm Rafael, which will likely be a hurricane by Tuesday night near the Cayman Islands, NHC said.

Odds Increase For Tropical Storm Development In Caribbean: NHC

An area of low pressure in the Caribbean Sea could strengthen into a tropical depression or storm by early next week, FL forecasters said.

Hurricane Milton Latest: Millions Still In The Dark, At Least 17 Dead

Milton caused up to an estimated $180 billion in damages when it slammed into Florida's Gulf Coast as a Category 3 storm.

Hurricane Milton Makes Landfall In FL As A Category 3 Storm

Milton remained a strong storm Wednesday night as it hit Siesta Key in Sarasota County on the west coast of Florida.

Hurricane Milton Downgraded To Category 3, Tornado Warnings In Effect

Milton remained a strong storm Wednesday afternoon as if moved through the Gulf of Mexico toward projected landfall in the Tampa Bay area.

Water Shut Off, Barrier Island Bridges Closed: Hurricane Milton

Access to the barrier islands - Casey key, Manasota Key, Siesta Key and Longboat Key - closed Tuesday evening, Sarasota-area officials said.

Hurricane Helene Evacuations Underway In Sarasota County: Officials

Sarasota County evacuations, school closures, sandbag operations, public transportation schedules as Hurricane Helene makes its way to FL.

Evacuations Planned In Sarasota County Ahead Of Helene: Officials

Level A and manufactured home community evacuations will begin Wednesday morning in Sarasota County ahead of Helene, officials said.

Forecasters Downgrade 2024 Hurricane Season Predictions

This was the first Labor Day weekend with no named storm in decades, AccuWeather said, as it downgraded the number of 2024 storms forecast.

Sandbags Available As More Rain, Flooding Expected: Sarasota County

With heavy rains and flooding forecast in Sarasota County, sandbags are being made available to residents, officials said.

115-Degree FL Heat Index Complicates Debby Cleanup

Flooding remains a concern across Florida Thursday, after Tropical Storm Debby brought up to 18 inches of rainfall to some of the state.

18 Inches Of Rain Means Flooding Continues In FL After TS Debby

Flooding a concern after Tropical Storm Debby dropped more than 18 inches of rain in parts of Florida, while thousands remain without power.

Category 5 Hurricane Beryl Aims For Jamaica; FL Watches Path

Category 5 Hurricane Beryl moves across the Caribbean and is projected to hit Jamaica Wednesday. Floridians are watching its likely path.

Sarasota Rainfall Broke Records In ‘Thousand-Year Storm’: Officials

More rain fell in the Sarasota area on Tuesday than when Hurricane Ian pummeled the region as a category 4 storm in September 2022.

‘Life-Threatening' Floods, 30 Inches Of Rain In South FL: Forecasters

As forecasters track the first tropical disturbance of the 2024 hurricane season, South FL faces "life-threatening" flooding, the NWS said.

Historic Number Of Hurricanes Predicted In 2024: NOAA

There’s an 85 percent chance of an above-normal 2024 hurricane season and 15 to 25 named storms are predicted this year, NOAA said.

‘Explosive’ 2024 Hurricane Season Could Break Records: AccuWeather

The 2024 hurricane season could see more than 30 named storms, breaking records, with 4 to 6 predicted to hit the U.S., forecasters said.

Outdoor After-School Activities Canceled In Sarasota County: District

All outdoor after-school activities and events are canceled Tuesday in Sarasota County as a strong low-pressure system moves into Florida.

Tornadoes, Flooding Expected As Strong Thunderstorms Hit FL

Much of FL can expect wet weather early this week as a low-pressure system brings strong thunderstorms, tornadoes, flooding to the state.

Strong El Niño Is A Certainty: How Much Rain, Cold Should FL Expect?

With a strong El Niño climate pattern expected this winter, Florida could see wetter and cooler weather conditions, forecasters said.

Here’s What An El Niño Winter Could Mean For Florida

El Niño climate pattern could make it a wetter and warmer winter in Florida, forecasters said. It’s also affected the 2023 hurricane season.

Tornado Touched Down In Sarasota Last Week, NWS Tampa Bay Confirms

An EF-0 tornado in Sarasota was one of six tornadoes that touched down in the Tampa Bay area last week, the National Weather Service said.

Here's When Daylight Saving Time Ends In Florida In 2023

Darkness season is approaching, with Daylight Saving Time ending in Florida soon.

Live Cameras: Watch Hurricane Idalia Approach FL, Make Landfall

From Cedar Key to St. Pete, live cameras along Florida's Gulf Coast will likely catch Idalia make landfall early Wednesday.

‘Dangerously Hot’ Temps, Excessive Heat Advisories Continue In FL: NWS

Many cities have set record daily high temperatures this week as much of Florida is under heat warnings, advisories Thursday, the NWS said.

Hurricane Season 2023 Predictions: NOAA Issues Forecast

The Atlantic hurricane season in 2023 is expected to be near normal with a 30 percent chance of an above normal year, NOAA forecasters said.