Freeze Watch: Central West Florida Faces Sharp Cold — Temperatures to Dip to 27

A freeze watch is in place for Central West Florida for Tuesday, with temperatures expected to dip to 27. Separately, an updated cold weather advisory covers early Monday in parts of the region, and wind chills could sink to 34. Residents should note timing, affected counties, advisory definitions and local access notes below.

Freeze Watch in Central West Florida

The primary alert for the region is a freeze watch for Central West Florida for Tuesday, with forecasts projecting temperatures to dip to 27. The phrase "freeze watch" describes the current headline-level risk for freezing temperatures in the area.

Cold weather advisory details for Monday

An updated cold weather advisory was issued by the National Weather Service on Sunday at 1: 07 a. m. The advisory is valid for Monday between 3 a. m. and 10 a. m. and covers Pasco, Sarasota, Charlotte and Lee counties. The advisory headline notes that wind chills could sink to 34 during the advisory window.

What advisory levels mean

• Cold weather advisory — Be Aware. This alert is issued when seasonably cold air temperatures or wind chill values, but not extremely cold values, are expected or occurring. Guidance: dress appropriately and cover exposed skin when venturing outdoors.
• Extreme cold warning — Take Action! This warning is issued when dangerously cold air temperatures or wind chill values are expected or occurring. Guidance: avoid going outside if you are in an area with this warning. If you must go outside, dress in layers, cover exposed skin, and make sure at least one other person knows your whereabouts and can be updated when you arrive safely at your destination.
• Extreme cold watch — Be Prepared. This watch is issued when dangerously cold air temperatures or wind chill values are possible. Guidance: adjust plans to avoid being outside during the coldest parts of the day, make sure your car has at least half a tank of gas, and update your winter survival kit.

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Schedule and advisory information is subject to change. Recent updates indicate the freeze watch and the updated cold weather advisory are the current official alerts; details may evolve as new forecasts arrive.