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NewsABC7 WWSBAugust 28, 2026Manatee

Meteorologists forecast heavy afternoon rainfall and high heat for the Suncoast

The Suncoast region is expected to experience high temperatures near 90 degrees and daily afternoon thunderstorms through the middle of next week. Residents should prepare for potential minor roadway flooding and standing water in areas with poor drainage due to expected rainfall accumulations of 3 to 4 inches.

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Why It Matters

Residents face potential travel disruptions and localized flooding risks from heavy rainfall and gusty winds occurring through the middle of next week.

Key Facts

  • Temperatures are expected to reach the low 90s with a heat index near 100 degrees today.
  • Daily rainfall accumulations could reach 3 to 4 inches by the middle of next week.
  • Inland areas may see localized rainfall amounts of 6 to 8 inches.
  • Minor roadway flooding and standing water are possible in poor drainage areas.
  • Storms are expected to shift from inland areas to coastal areas starting Saturday through Tuesday.
  • Boating conditions are generally favorable outside of thunderstorm activity.
  • The National Hurricane Center is monitoring a disturbance near the Cabo Verde Islands, but it poses no threat to Florida.
  • The report is copyrighted 2026.

Who's Mentioned

organizationWWSB“News outlet reporting the weather forecast.”organizationNational Hurricane Center“Agency monitoring tropical disturbances.”locationCabo Verde Islands“Location of a tropical disturbance being monitored.”locationSuncoast“The geographic region affected by the weather pattern.”