Treasure Coast Weather

The forecast cone shows the likely path of a storm’s center—but in Florida, dangerous impacts often extend far beyond it.

The wind shifts from the south during the middle of the week, and a high-pressure system brings another round of record-high temperatures to many cities across Florida this week.

A new brush fire broke out earlier this afternoon in Alachua County causing a road closure, reduced visibility, and reduced air quality.

The hurricane hunters start their second leg of the tour, with all stops scheduled along the Gulf Coast, including one in Sarasota. This free event showcases the two main hurricane hunter planes and staff members who fly them.

The best time to prepare in Florida is before hurricane season ramps up—when supplies, insurance decisions, and evacuation plans can be made without pressure.

The first named cyclone in the Atlantic basin typically forms around June 20, with meteorologists tracking the first hurricane by Aug. 11. The first named storm will be Arthur.

For Florida, hurricane season prep starts with understanding that not all risk looks the same. Hurricane impacts can include storm surge, inland flooding, destructive wind, tornadoes, and more.

With the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season less than a month away, Florida has replaced its annual tax holiday with a permanent sales tax exemption on disaster supplies.

Damaging winds, hail, and an isolated tornado are possible starting Friday for parts of the Panhandle while the risk moves east on Saturday. Flash floods are also possible.

Record temperatures over the weekend are expected across Florida just before a front stalls and brings much-welcomed rains.