SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) – Big weather changes are on the way Sunday as a cold front pushes across the Suncoast, bringing gusty winds, a brief period of rain, and cold wind chills Sunday night.
What to Expect Sunday
A frontal boundary will move across Sarasota and Manatee counties this morning into the afternoon, bringing showers and gusty winds that will intensify throughout the day. Temperatures will drop during the day.
Wind is the main concern this afternoon. Breezy winds will develop this morning from the west and southwest, then shift to the north and northwest behind the front. Gusts will reach 25 to 30 mph this afternoon, with some areas experiencing even stronger gusts. These winds could knock over trash cans, bring down tree branches, and make driving — especially in high-profile vehicles — difficult.
The Dangerous Cold Arrives Sunday Night
Temperatures will plummet Sunday evening into Monday morning as cold, dry air moves in behind the front. The Suncoast is under a Cold Weather Advisory due to dangerous wind chills. Wind chills will drop into the 20s and 30s Sunday night and Monday morning, creating hazardous conditions if you’re outside for extended periods…