Say the word “Florida” to someone from Europe, Canada, or the northern states of the U.S., and they are likely to picture hot weather, clear skies and wide sandy beaches. This is reflected in our state official nickname, the “Sunshine State.” But its proximity to the currents of the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico also plays an important role in rain and storm development during the summer. Knowing the weather is something that we all pretty much need to know, reason you need to check this page every time you leave Phase III.