What did Hurricane Helene do to Clearwater, Florida?

Hurricane Helene in September 2024 pushed storm surge exceeding 8 feet through parts of Pinellas County, flooding streets and homes well beyond the immediate waterfront.

Is Clearwater, FL in a high-lightning area?

Yes, Clearwater is within the Tampa Bay lightning zone, which records more cloud-to-ground lightning per square mile than nearly any US metro area during summer.

What is Clearwater, Florida's record low temperature?

Clearwater's record low is 18°F.

Is Clearwater, Florida vulnerable to hurricane storm surge?

Yes, Clearwater's narrow peninsula between the Gulf of Mexico and Tampa Bay makes it acutely vulnerable to storm surge from hurricanes approaching from the southwest, with almost no elevation to buffer surge events.

Weather in Clearwater, FL

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Clearwater, FL Weather