Severe Thunderstorms For Florida Panhandle and Big Bend

TALLAHASSEE, Florida – Rain and thunderstorms are expected to impact north Florida, southeast Alabama’s Wiregrass region, and southwest Georgia this Friday, according to the National Weather Service in Tallahassee.

The Storm Prediction Center has placed the Florida Panhandle, Big Bend, and far southern Georgia under a Marginal Risk (Level 1 of 5) of severe thunderstorms today. A Marginal Risk (Level 1 of 5) is in place each day through Sunday across the broader tri-state area.

Scattered strong to severe storms are possible this afternoon through early evening, especially across the FL Panhandle, Big Bend, and adjacent portions of far south Georgia. Storms will weaken as they move southeast.

Primary hazards with any stronger storms include damaging wind gusts of 40-60 mph, hail up to quarter size, and frequent lightning. Lightning remains a concern with all thunderstorms. Torrential downpours are also possible.

On a positive note, beneficial rainfall is expected region-wide and will continue through the weekend. This will help alleviate ongoing dry conditions across the area.

Cities at risk for thunderstorms and possible strong to severe weather today include:

• Dothan (AL)
• Enterprise (AL)
• Panama City (FL)
• Tallahassee (FL)

High temperatures across the Florida Panhandle and north Florida will be in the upper 80s °F. Overnight lows will drop into the upper 60s.

TALLAHASSEE WEATHER FORECAST