FLORIDA GULF COAST
— Residents along Florida’s Gulf Coast should prepare for
scattered showers and thunderstorms Thursday afternoon
, as warm and humid conditions persist across the region.
Despite the incoming storms,
temperatures are expected to reach the low 90s
after lunchtime, according to meteorologist Rob Duns of
Gulf Coast News
. The rain is expected to be brief and scattered, more likely in the
later half of the day
.
Drier Air Coming Friday
Starting Friday and continuing into Saturday,
a pocket of drier air
is forecast to move across the peninsula, which will result in
fewer afternoon storms
but
hotter temperatures
overall.
Saturday could see highs climb to
around 96°F
, marking one of the hottest days this month. Forecasters are advising residents and visitors to
stay hydrated and avoid prolonged sun exposure
, especially during peak hours.
No Tropical Systems at This Time
There is
no tropical development expected
near South Florida or the Gulf Coast at this time. The 2025 Atlantic hurricane season remains active through
November 30
, but current tracking shows no disturbances forming in the short term.
Stay Informed Through Local Weather Tools
Gulf Coast News encourages residents to stay updated via its
live radar tools
, the
2025 Hurricane Guide
, and frequent updates from the
Gulf Coast Storm Team
. Mobile app users can also access
real-time alerts
and video forecasts.
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