NewsFOX 13 Tampa BaySeptember 11, 2026Hillsborough County
Heavy Weekend Rain Expected to Ease Florida Drought
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Forecasters predict daily afternoon storms and high temperatures in the 90s across Florida this weekend, helping to reduce an ongoing drought that began last September. While recent rain has improved conditions, nearly 60 percent of the state remains in a moderate drought.
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Residents should care because the weekend storms will bring much-needed rainfall to help alleviate long-standing drought conditions across the state.
Key Facts
- Daily afternoon storms and temperatures in the lower 90s are expected across Florida this weekend.
- A severe dry spell began last September, and nearly 60% of the state remains in a moderate drought.
- A super El Niño is expected to bring a significantly wetter winter to the region.