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Weather in Southwest Florida

The Southwest Florida stories that are too local, too early or too ongoing for the evening news.

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Nov 2Southwest Florida
Flood Watch for inland Southwest Florida runs into Monday evening
A Flood Watch covers inland areas from Glades and Hendry counties south through Collier County as heavy rain keeps falling Monday, with flooding possible until about 7 p.m., WINK reported. The National Weather Service in Miami said storms could bring 1 to 3 inches, 3 to 5 inches in scattered spots and more in isolated areas, mainly causing street flooding and road closures. Rain is expected to linger Tuesday and Wednesday before a cold front brings drier air Thursday.
Source: WINK News and 1 more
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Oct 28Southwest Florida
Breezy Wednesday with afternoon showers possible across Southwest Florida
Northeast winds around 15 mph with gusts in the 20s are expected Wednesday, Oct. 28, along with a 50% chance of showers after 2 p.m. and highs in the upper 80s, according to the National Weather Service. Rain chances drop to about 30% in the early evening, with lows in the low 70s overnight.
Source: National Weather Service and 1 more
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Oct 26Southwest Florida
Windy start to the week in SWFL, gusts to 40 mph; showers rise toward Halloween
Northeast winds of 15 to 25 mph, with gusts of 30 to 40 mph, are expected across Southwest Florida on Monday, staying breezy Tuesday before easing midweek. A Small Craft Advisory covers coastal waters through 8 p.m. Wednesday. Showers become more likely Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons and again late in the week into Halloween weekend, with highs in the mid to upper 80s.
Source: WINK News and 1 more
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Oct 25Southwest Florida
Gusty northeast winds and a few showers for Southwest Florida on Sunday
Northeast winds of 15 to 25 mph are forecast across Southwest Florida on Sunday, with gusts topping 35 mph possible, strongest near the coast, WINK News meteorologists say. Highs reach the mid-80s, with a few showers but little rain for most areas. Strong gusts are expected again Monday before winds ease midweek, and a small craft advisory remains in effect for coastal waters.
Source: Gulf Coast News and 1 more
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Oct 25Southwest Florida
Small craft advisory for Gulf waters off Lee and Charlotte extended to Wednesday
The National Weather Service in Tampa Bay has extended its small craft advisory for Gulf waters from Bonita Beach northward through Wednesday evening, Oct. 28. Northeast winds of 20 to 30 knots with stronger gusts are forecast, peaking Sunday, with seas of 4 to 8 feet near shore and higher offshore. Forecasters say a gale watch may be needed for some waters on Sunday.
Source: National Weather Service and 1 more
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Oct 23Southwest Florida
Small craft advisory for Collier and Lee Gulf waters through Sunday evening
The National Weather Service has a small craft advisory from Friday afternoon through Sunday evening for Gulf waters from East Cape Sable to Bonita Beach. Northeast winds of 20 to 25 knots with gusts near 30 are forecast tonight, rising to 25 to 30 knots by Sunday afternoon. Seas build from 3 to 5 feet to as high as 5 to 7 feet Sunday night.
Source: National Weather Service and 2 more
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Oct 22Southwest Florida
Sunny, mild days continue before winds pick up for the weekend
WINK News expects dry, mostly sunny weather through Friday around Fort Myers, with morning lows in the low to mid 60s and highs in the low to mid 80s, a bit below normal. Winds are forecast to strengthen Friday afternoon and could affect weekend outdoor and boating plans.
Source: WINK News
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Oct 19Southwest Florida
Windy Monday gives way to a dry, sunny week in Southwest Florida
Northeast winds of 15 to 20 mph with gusts near 30 mph make Monday the breeziest day, and a Small Craft Advisory covers local Gulf waters, with rough surf at the beaches. Winds ease through midweek, with mostly sunny skies, highs in the low to mid 80s and lows in the mid 60s through Friday. A few isolated showers are possible next weekend.
Source: WINK News and 1 more
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Oct 18Southwest Florida
Update: Cool Breezy Conditions and Small Craft Advisory Follow Cold Front Across SWFL
A cold front has moved through bringing drier air cooler temperatures in the 60s overnight and gusty northeast winds with a Small Craft Advisory in effect for Gulf waters.
Source: Gulf Coast News and 1 more
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Oct 17Southwest Florida
Update: Gulf Coast Weather Impact Day Brings Storms and Gusty Winds to SWFL
A cold front is bringing showers thunderstorms heavy rain gusty winds up to 50 mph in spots and hazardous Gulf conditions today with a small craft advisory in effect.
Source: Gulf Coast News