Severe Thunderstorms, Large Hail Risk For Southwest Florida

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May 25, 2025 11:02 am

Severe Thunderstorms, Large Hail Risk For Southwest Florida

TAMPA BAY, FL – The National Weather Service (NWS) Tampa Bay has issued a severe weather outlook for Sunday, May 25, 2025, warning of a Level 1 out of 5 risk for severe storms across interior west central and southwest Florida.

Severe Weather Outlook

National Weather Service Tampa Severe Weather Forecast for West Central Florida and Southwest Florida Sunday May 25, 2025.

The National Weather Service Storm Prediction Center has issued a Severe Weather Outlook for Tampa Bay and Southwest Florida on May 25, 2025.

According to the NWS, scattered to numerous showers and thunderstorms are expected to develop under partly cloudy and hot conditions. While most of the activity will remain away from the immediate coast, a few storms may intensify, posing a 5% chance of damaging winds and a 5% chance of large hail.

What Damage Can Large Hail Do?

Hailstones the size of quarters or larger can:

Dent vehicles and damage roofs.
Shatter windows.
Pose deadly risks to animals and people.

Hail can fall at speeds exceeding 100 mph, amplifying its destructive potential. Learn more about hail dangers here.

National Weather Service Tampa Radar for West Central Florida and Southwest Florida

Published by

FLORIDA WORD

May 25, 2025 11:02 am