Florida averages 14 hurricane impacts per decade. Peak season runs August – October. Know your risk, know your zone, and sign up for alerts before the season starts.
Florida has been struck by more hurricanes than any other U.S. state — more than 120 since 1851.
Florida has 7 evacuation zones (A–G). Zone A is the highest risk and should evacuate first.
Prep tip: Know your evacuation zone before June 1. Zone A residents should leave when a Cat 1 or higher threatens within 72 hours.
The Atlantic hurricane season runs June 1 – November 30. Peak activity in Florida typically occurs during August – October. The statistical peak of the season is September 10.
Up to 20 feet in Tampa Bay; 10–15 feet along SW coast. Storm surge is the deadliest aspect of a hurricane — it can arrive hours before the storm's center. Use our storm surge lookup at /storm-surge to check your specific ZIP code.
Yes — Florida has a extreme hurricane risk and standard homeowner's insurance does not cover flood damage. You need a separate NFIP flood insurance policy. See our full guide at /hurricane-insurance.
Start before the season: know your evacuation zone, build a 7-day emergency kit, have a family communication plan, and sign up for local emergency alerts. Use our preparedness checklist builder at /preparedness for a personalized list.