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NewsABC7 WWSBOctober 24, 2026Manatee County

WWSB Reports Breezy Saturday and Windy Sunday Weather Forecast for the Suncoast

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The Suncoast region experiences dry conditions and strong northeast winds driven by a high-pressure system, with advisory-level winds and rough boating conditions expected through mid-week. No tropical cyclone formation is anticipated over the next seven days.

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Why It Matters

Outdoor sports participants, beachgoers, and boaters face challenging wind and water conditions, including moderate risks and small craft advisories lasting through Wednesday evening.

Key Facts

  • October has been dry overall, but cumulative rainfall remains above average with 9.74 inches recorded at SRQ and 21.57 inches since September 1st.
  • North Miami Beach received up to 37 inches of rain since September 1st, making it one of the wettest spots in Florida.
  • A strong high-pressure system over the northeast extending into Florida and a stationary frontal boundary are causing gusty northeast winds.
  • Sunday is expected to turn windier with gale-force gusts likely, potentially prompting a gale watch for regional waters.
  • The National Hurricane Center expects no tropical cyclone formation across the North Atlantic, Caribbean Sea, or Gulf of Mexico over the next seven days.
  • Tennis and pickleball players may experience ball flight interference from northeast winds blowing at 10 to 20 mph with gusts over 20 mph.
  • Golfers face favorable Saturday conditions with low 80s temperatures, though breezy conditions may affect short games.
  • Beach conditions on Saturday include a moderate rip current risk, minimal surf at one foot or less, and no expected thunderstorms.
  • Small craft advisories are in effect from Saturday to Wednesday evening due to persistent northeast winds ranging from 20 to 30 knots.
  • Boating conditions peak in difficulty on Sunday afternoon with winds increasing to 25 to 30 knots and very rough bay and inland waters.

Who's Mentioned

OrganizationWWSB“Publisher of the news article”OrganizationNational Hurricane Center“Monitors tropical cyclone formation”locationNorth Atlantic“Region monitored for tropical weather”locationNorth Miami Beach“Noted as one of the wettest spots in the state”locationSuncoast“Region covered by the weather report”locationGulf of Mexico“Region monitored for tropical weather”locationCaribbean Sea“Region monitored for tropical weather”