Monsoon Season In Florida [new] -

| Hazard | Why It’s Dangerous | What To Do | |--------|--------------------|-------------| | | Florida = lightning capital of U.S. (1.2 million strikes/year). | “When thunder roars, go indoors.” Wait 30 min after last clap. | | Flash Flooding | Roads become rivers in 10 minutes. 6 inches of water can stall/sweep a car. | Never drive past “Turn Around, Don’t Drown” signs. | | Microbursts | Small, intense downdrafts (100+ mph) that mimic tornadoes – common near coasts. | Seek sturdy shelter; these snap trees/power lines. | | Hail | Small (pea to marble size) but frequent. | Cover head; pull car under gas station canopy. |

Rainfall becomes more variable as the season winds down. This phase is heavily influenced by early fall cold fronts and Tropical Cyclones. Why It Happens: The "Rain Machine" Florida Thunderstorm Season - National Weather Service monsoon season in florida