Sarasota (34230) Daily Weather Forecast

Tropical Storm Nicole: Transit Services Paused, Schools Closed

With Tropical Storm Nicole hitting FL, Sarasota County schools have closed, transit services and Hurricane Ian debris pick-up paused.

Possible Levee Break Threatens Sarasota County Neighborhood: Police

While a potential breach would not affect most of the county, authorities urged east Hidden River residents to consider evacuation.

New Flooding In North Port A Concern After Ian, Shelter Opens: City

More flooding is likely in North Port in the coming days as Hurricane Ian rainwater in northern Sarasota County flows south, the city said.

Hurricane Ian: Sarasotans Urged To Stay Off Roads; 191K Without Power

The John Ringling Causeway and Siesta bridges remain closed Thursday while the city works to restore water service.

Hurricane Ian: Police Response Suspended In Sarasota

Facing high winds from Hurricane Ian Wednesday afternoon, the Sarasota Police Department pulled officers from the streets.

Hurricane Ian: 232,000 Lose Power In Sarasota County

More than 232,000 Florida Power & Light customers lost power by Wednesday evening in Sarasota County.

Hurricane Ian: Sarasota Evacuations, Siesta, Ringling Bridge Closures

Everything you need to know about how to prepare for Hurricane Ian's impact on the Sarasota area, including closures and evacuation orders.

Hurricane Ian: Bucs Game May Move, 120 MPH Winds, Landfall Shifts

Hurricane Ian is expected to make landfall near Venice: Updates on storm surge, football games, store closings, residents prepare for winds.

Hurricane Ian Expected To Become Major Storm Overnight: NHC

Hurricane Ian may swell to a Category 4 storm by Tuesday, as it continues to gain power. See latest warnings, watches for the FL west coast.

Sandbags Available To Sarasota County Residents

As Floridians eye the development of Tropical Storm Ian, Sarasota County is offering sandbags to residents.

‘Really Weak’ Tornado Briefly Touched Down Near I-75 Tuesday: NWS

A “really weak, really brief” tornado touched down near the border of Sarasota, Manatee counties Tuesday, the National Weather Service said.

EF-1 Tornado Hit Downtown Sarasota, Damaged Cars, Buildings: NWS

Cars, buildings near the 2000 block of 10th Street were damaged by an EF-1 tornado Wednesday. Sarasota police caught the tornado on video.

Bomb Cyclone To Bring Severe Storms, Cold Front To Florida

A cold front could bring heavy winds, small hail and thunderstorms to parts of Florida this weekend, the National Weather Service warns.

Cold Weather Shelter Opens In Downtown Sarasota Tuesday

Temperatures could drop as low as 44 degrees Tuesday night. The county has partnered with Salvation Army to open a cold weather shelter.

Sandbags Available For Sarasota Co. Residents As Fred Approaches

There is a limit of 15 bags per vehicle, according to the county website.​​

Sarasota State Of Emergency Declared Ahead Of Tropical Storm Elsa

County government offices, facilities closed Tuesday. Garbage collection, SCAT services canceled. Sandbags available at Twin Lakes Park.

Free Hurricane Guide provides key storm survival tips

Guide with evacuation maps, shelter locations, insurance tips & helpful info available in Citrus, Hernando, Manatee & Sarasota counties

More Than 24,000 Lost Power In Sarasota County

More than 24,000 in the Sarasota area lost power during Tropical Storm Eta. Many households have been restored.

Tornado Warning For West Central FL: National Weather Service

A tornado warning is in effect for portions of Sarasota, Manatee, Hillsborough and Pinellas counties until 5:30 p.m.

State Of Emergency: County, City Officials Eying Eta’s Approach

As Tropical Storm Eta approaches Sarasota County, here’s a list of what’s closed and how to prepare.

'Godzilla Dust Cloud' From Sahara Desert Reaches Florida

A giant cloud of dust from the Sahara Desert has moved across the Atlantic Ocean. Here's what it means for Floridians.

Here’s How Fast Sarasota County's Temperature Is Rising

A new study published by The Washington Post has found where temperatures have risen dangerously fast across the United States.

Perseid Meteor Shower Peaks Overnight In Florida

The Perseid meteor shower peaks Monday night, Aug. 12, with up to 100 meteors an hour. Here's how and when to watch in Florida.

Hurricane Guides provide crucial information

Evacuation maps, insurance tips, shelter locations, and more in free Guides will ready Sarasota residents for Hurricane Season

Sarasota Weather: Thursday Mostly Cloudy And Windy

Forecasters are calling for a high near 63 but windy at times on Thursday.

Sarasota Weather: Sunshine On Tuesday

Forecasters are calling for a high near 64 with a light breeze in the afternoon on Tuesday

Sarasota Weather: Friday Partly Sunny, Then Sunny

Forecasters are calling for a high near 64 but expect windy conditions at times on Friday.

Sarasota Weather: Tuesday Mostly Sunny And Warmer

Forecasters are calling for a high near 73 but expect windy conditions at times on Tuesday.

Sarasota Weather: Friday Sunny

Forecasters are calling for a high near 71 with a light wind on Friday.

Sarasota Weather: Monday Mostly Sunny

Forecasters are calling for a high near 66 with a light wind on Monday.

Sarasota Weather: Friday Mostly Sunny After Frigid Start

Forecasters are calling for a high near 70 with breezy conditions on Friday.

Sarasota Weather: Sunny Monday

Forecasters are calling for a high near 75 on Monday.

Sarasota Weather: Rain Likely On Friday

Forecasters are calling for a high near 78 and windy conditions at times.

Sarasota Weekend Weather: Partly Sunny Sunday

Forecasters are calling for a high near 81 with a light wind on Sunday.

Sarasota Weather: Cloudy And Windy At Times

Forecasters are calling for a high near 79 on Thursday.

Sarasota Weather: Sunny On Monday

Forecasters are calling for a high near 68 on Monday.

Sarasota Weather: More Rain Likely On Friday, Windy Conditions

Forecasters are calling for a high near 63 and very windy conditions on Friday.

Sarasota Weather: Monday Mostly Sunny

Forecasters at the National Weather Service are calling for a high near 65 on Monday.

Sarasota Weather: Friday Chance Of Showers

The National Weather Service is calling for a high near 76 on Friday.

Sarasota Weather: Mostly Cloudy Monday With Chance Of Rain

Monday will have a high around 81 with a chance of showers.