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Fall 2024 weather forecast for Lakeland
Prepare for fall weather in Lakeland, Florida with these seasonal temperature and precipitation outlooks.
September 07, 2024 01:06 AM
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Travel and Outdoors
Remembering Lakeland’s hottest day on record
Lakeland’s hottest day on record was June 4, 1985 when Swan City hit 105°.
September 3, 2024
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Amelia Herring
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Travel and Outdoors
The best way to spend a rainy day in Lakeland
Florida Thunderstorm Season runs from May 25 to Oct. 10 in West Central Florida. You don’t have to stay inside when rainy days come — keep exploring Lakeland with these indoor activities.
August 5, 2024
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Connor Jacobson
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Here’s your 2024 Hurricane Guide from Lakeland Electric
Filled with checklists, FAQs, outage info, pet tips + more, the Lakeland Electric Hurricane Guide is here to help keep you safe and dry.
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Summer 2024 weather forecast for Lakeland
Prepare for summer weather in Swan City with these seasonal temperature and precipitation outlooks.
May 31, 2024
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Preparing for hurricane season in Lakeland
Hurricane season officially begins on Saturday, June 1 and will run through Saturday, Nov. 30. We’ve rounded up everything you can do to be hurricane-ready in Lakeland.
April 25, 2024
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Rilee Delgado
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Winter 2023 weather forecast for Lakeland
Prepare for winter weather in Lakeland, FL with these seasonal temperature and precipitation outlooks.
December 1, 2023
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Connor Jacobson
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Stay connected during Hurricane Idalia
Don’t miss a local update when a major storm hits. Bookmark these resources to stay informed during Hurricane Idalia.
August 29, 2023
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