What did Hurricane Ian do to Cape Coral, Florida?

Hurricane Ian made a near-direct hit on Cape Coral in September 2022, one of the strongest hurricane landfalls in Florida history, with storm surge topping 15 feet in some canal neighborhoods and billions of dollars in damage from wind, flood, and surge.

Does Cape Coral, FL flood easily?

Yes, Cape Coral's flat, canal-laced terrain amplifies flooding from both tropical storms and heavy afternoon rains year-round, and its many waterways become storm-surge conduits during hurricanes.

What is unique about Cape Coral's waterways?

Cape Coral has more miles of navigable waterways than any city in the world, which also means more conduits for storm surge during hurricanes.

How hot does Cape Coral, Florida get in summer?

Cape Coral's summer heat index values regularly exceed 110°F.

Weather in Cape Coral, FL

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Cape Coral, FL Weather