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NewsABC7 WWSBSeptember 6, 2026Manatee

Farmers Market Sunday Forecast and Coquina Beach Market Status

The Lakewood Ranch and Wellen Park farmers markets are open this Sunday with high heat index warnings, while the Coquina Beach Market remains closed until October 1st. Residents are advised to stay hydrated due to expected heat index values reaching 103 degrees.

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Why It Matters

Residents planning to attend local markets or visit the beach face extreme heat conditions and must be aware of specific market closures and operating hours.

Key Facts

  • The Coquina Beach Market is currently closed and scheduled to reopen on October 1st.
  • The Lakewood Ranch Farmer’s Market operates Sunday from 10 AM to 2 PM at 1651 Lakefront Drive.
  • The Wellen Park Farmers Market operates Sunday from 9 AM to 1 PM at 19745 Wellen Park Blvd.
  • The heat index is expected to reach approximately 103 degrees on Sunday.
  • High temperatures are forecast to be near 91 degrees.
  • Rip current risk at the beach is low with surf heights of 1 foot or less.
  • Isolated afternoon thunderstorms are possible inland and at the beach.
  • The UV index is rated as extreme for Sunday.

Who's Mentioned

organizationCoquina Beach Market“Market located on Anna Maria Island, currently closed”location19745 Wellen Park Blvd“Address for Wellen Park Farmers Market”location1651 Lakefront Drive“Address for Lakewood Ranch Farmer’s Market”personTony Carr“Musical guest at Lakewood Ranch Farmer’s Market”organizationWellen Park Farmers Market“Market located in Venice”organizationLakewood Ranch Farmer’s Market“Market located at Waterside Place, Sarasota”