Severe Thunderstorms Forecast for West Palm Beach

WPTV meteorologists warn of potential flooding, high winds, and hail on Tuesday morning.

Apr. 18, 2026 at 12:14pm

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A dramatic landscape painting depicting a massive, towering cumulonimbus cloud formation dominating the skyline over a small coastal town, the buildings and palm trees dwarfed by the overwhelming power of the approaching storm.A looming storm system threatens to unleash its fury on the coastal community of West Palm Beach, underscoring the region's vulnerability to severe weather.West Palm Beach Today

WPTV News in West Palm Beach, Florida has issued a First Alert for severe thunderstorms expected to impact the region on Tuesday morning. The storms are predicted to bring heavy rain, strong winds, and the possibility of hail, raising concerns about potential flooding and damage.

Why it matters

West Palm Beach is particularly vulnerable to severe weather events, with a history of flooding and power outages caused by intense thunderstorms. The WPTV forecast aims to provide early warning to residents and businesses so they can take necessary precautions.

The details

According to WPTV meteorologists, the thunderstorms are expected to develop quickly on Tuesday morning, with the potential for heavy downpours, gusts up to 60 mph, and hail the size of quarters. The storms are part of a larger weather system moving through the Southeast United States.

  • The severe weather is forecast to arrive in West Palm Beach around 6 AM on Tuesday, April 18, 2026.
  • The storms are expected to last for approximately 2-3 hours, with the highest risk of heavy rain and hail between 6:30 AM and 8:00 AM.

The players

WPTV News

The NBC-affiliated television station serving the West Palm Beach, Florida metropolitan area.

WPTV Meteorologists

The team of weather forecasters and meteorologists at WPTV who issued the severe thunderstorm warning for West Palm Beach.

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What they’re saying

“Residents should be prepared to take shelter if severe thunderstorm warnings are issued for their area. These storms can produce dangerous conditions that could threaten life and property.”

— Steve Weagle, Chief Meteorologist, WPTV

What’s next

WPTV will continue to monitor the storm system and provide regular updates throughout the morning. The National Weather Service may also issue severe thunderstorm watches or warnings for the West Palm Beach region.

The takeaway

Early weather alerts from trusted local news sources like WPTV can help West Palm Beach residents and businesses prepare for potentially damaging severe storms and take appropriate safety measures.