SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) – If you caught the beautiful weather this past weekend, hold onto that memory. Summer is officially making its comeback, and with it comes the heat, humidity, and afternoon thunderstorms we’ve been missing.
Tonight: Your Perfect Evening Window
Temperatures are hovering in the low 80s across Sarasota, Bradenton, Siesta Key, and Punta Gorda — ideal for baseball practice, tennis matches, or a relaxing evening on the water. Expect lows around 75
degrees with light winds. If you’ve got outdoor plans tonight, you’re in luck. This is the sweet spot before things get active.
Tuesday & Wednesday: Scattered Storms Return
Starting Tuesday, expect a slight chance of a morning shower, but the real action kicks off in the afternoon. Scattered storms will develop, particularly south of I-4, with better chances as you move southward. Wednesday follows a similar pattern — afternoon and evening storms will be scattered throughout the area.
What to expect: A few storms, not everyone gets rain, but keep an umbrella handy if you’re heading out.
Thursday Through Saturday: Here Comes Summer
This is when things get serious. Deep tropical moisture moves back into place, and a southeast wind pattern sets up the perfect recipe for afternoon and evening thunderstorms — especially Thursday, Friday, and Saturday…