Why summer should actually begin on June 1
The calendar says summer begins June 20 with the summer solstice, but "meteorological" or "climatological" summer starts three weeks earlier.
The calendar says summer begins June 20 with the summer solstice, but "meteorological" or "climatological" summer starts three weeks earlier.
Atlantic hurricane season begins today, June 1
FOX 13 meteorologist Valerie Mills has the outlook on this first day of the Atlantic hurricane season.
FOX 13 meteorologist Valerie Mills has the outlook on this first day of the Atlantic hurricane season.
2025 hurricane season guide: Here's how to prepare
After the 2024 storms, few Floridians want to think about hunkering down and preparing for the 2025 season, but it is that time of year again.
After the 2024 storms, few Floridians want to think about hunkering down and preparing for the 2025 season, but it is that time of year again.
Sunday morning forecast
FOX13's Meteorologist Valerie Mills has your morning forecast
FOX13's Meteorologist Valerie Mills has your morning forecast
Tampa Weather | Hot temps with chance of daily rain
FOX 13 meteorologist Nash Rhodes has the latest weather forecast.
FOX 13 meteorologist Nash Rhodes has the latest weather forecast.
Lightning likely sparks Clearwater house fire
It appears mother nature played a role in a house fire on Saturday morning in Clearwater.
It appears mother nature played a role in a house fire on Saturday morning in Clearwater.
Tampa Weather | Saturday morning forecast
FOX13's Meteorologist Valerie Mills has your Saturday morning forecast.
FOX13's Meteorologist Valerie Mills has your Saturday morning forecast.
Pinellas County workers training to run hurricane shelters ahead of 2025 season
One of the most important things to know is where you’ll go when a storm hits, and Pinellas County workers are going through their final training on how to run shelters as hurricane season begins on Sunday.
One of the most important things to know is where you’ll go when a storm hits, and Pinellas County workers are going through their final training on how to run shelters as hurricane season begins on Sunday.
Hurricane Season 2025: Are forecasters ready despite budget concerns?
The National Hurricane Center (NHC) said it’s fully staffed and ready for the 2025 hurricane season, which officially kicks off on June 1.
The National Hurricane Center (NHC) said it’s fully staffed and ready for the 2025 hurricane season, which officially kicks off on June 1.
Tampa prepares for the 2025 hurricane season using lessons from last year's back-to-back storms
The 2025 hurricane season officially starts on Sunday, June 1. So Tampa leaders, first responders, and officials gathered on Friday to share important lessons learned from Helene and Milton.
The 2025 hurricane season officially starts on Sunday, June 1. So Tampa leaders, first responders, and officials gathered on Friday to share important lessons learned from Helene and Milton.
Tampa weather | Friday evening forecast
FOX 13 Chief Meteorologist Paul Dellegatto says Friday evening will be warm with temperatures in the 80s ahead of a line of rain expected to roll through early Saturday morning.
FOX 13 Chief Meteorologist Paul Dellegatto says Friday evening will be warm with temperatures in the 80s ahead of a line of rain expected to roll through early Saturday morning.
Advanced technology will help Manatee County during 2025 Hurricane Season
Some homeowners still haven't moved back into their homes following the 2024 Hurricane Season. Manatee County said residents need a plan now as a new hurricane season approaches.
Some homeowners still haven't moved back into their homes following the 2024 Hurricane Season. Manatee County said residents need a plan now as a new hurricane season approaches.
Tampa weather | Rain in some areas
FOX 13 Meteorologist Nash Rhodes says some areas are getting beneficial rain on Friday, and more is on the way into the weekend.
FOX 13 Meteorologist Nash Rhodes says some areas are getting beneficial rain on Friday, and more is on the way into the weekend.
Video: Florida traffic cam captures tornado sweeping through busy intersection
A Florida traffic cam captured the moment a confirmed tornado swept through a busy intersection on Thursday, May 29.
A Florida traffic cam captured the moment a confirmed tornado swept through a busy intersection on Thursday, May 29.
Gov. DeSantis urges hurricane preparedness for 2025 season
Gov. Ron DeSantis is urging all Floridians to be prepared for the 2025 hurricane season, which officially begins this weekend.
Gov. Ron DeSantis is urging all Floridians to be prepared for the 2025 hurricane season, which officially begins this weekend.
Tampa weather | Friday forecast
FOX 13 Meteorologist Jim Weber says it will be hot with a mix of sun and clouds, along with scattered storms, on Friday. The high will reach about 90 degrees, with more rain on tap for Saturday.
FOX 13 Meteorologist Jim Weber says it will be hot with a mix of sun and clouds, along with scattered storms, on Friday. The high will reach about 90 degrees, with more rain on tap for Saturday.
Tampa weather | Thursday evening forecast
FOX 13 Chief Meteorologist Paul Dellegatto says there may be a few showers developing near the coast on Thursday night.
FOX 13 Chief Meteorologist Paul Dellegatto says there may be a few showers developing near the coast on Thursday night.
How Hope Pathways of Manatee County is helping those dealing with aftermath of last year's hurricane season
Rebuilding after last year’s hurricane season can be frustrating, bringing heartache and a lot of questions and concerns. Residents are left dealing with insurance claims not fully paid to finding the right contractor to do the job.
Rebuilding after last year’s hurricane season can be frustrating, bringing heartache and a lot of questions and concerns. Residents are left dealing with insurance claims not fully paid to finding the right contractor to do the job.
Tampa weather | Thursday afternoon forecast
FOX 13 Meteorologist Nash Rhodes says there is a 40% chance of rain on Thursday afternoon with temperatures in the low 90s.
FOX 13 Meteorologist Nash Rhodes says there is a 40% chance of rain on Thursday afternoon with temperatures in the low 90s.
Tropical Storm Alvin forms off Mexico's coast in Eastern Pacific
Tropical Storm Alvin formed in the Eastern Pacific south of Mexico on Thursday, becoming the first named storm of the 2025 hurricane season.
Tropical Storm Alvin formed in the Eastern Pacific south of Mexico on Thursday, becoming the first named storm of the 2025 hurricane season.



















