Hurricane Risk for Gainesville, FL
HELENE is currently 184 mi from Gainesville.
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Since 2024, 1 hurricanes and tropical storms have passed within 150 miles of Gainesville. Here's what you should know.
By the numbers
Most recent hurricane
Helene (2024)
Passed within 87 miles of Gainesville on June 11, 2026. Peak intensity: Cat 4 (138 mph).
Strongest hurricane ever to pass nearby
Helene (2024)
Reached Cat 4 (138 mph) at its peak. Passed within 87 miles of Gainesville.
Closest approach ever
Helene (2024)
Passed just 86.9 miles from Gainesville on June 11, 2026.
When hurricanes hit Gainesville
Distribution across the calendar year, based on every storm in the 150-mile radius since 2024:
Peak months are August through October, when the Atlantic season is most active. June, July, and November are secondary risk months.
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Sign Up FreeRecent notable storms (last 20 years)
Hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 200 miles in the last 20 years — these are the ones Gainesville residents likely remember:
| Storm | Year | Peak | Closest | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Helene | 2024 | Cat 4 | 87 mi | Jun 11, 2026 |
Preparedness
- Know your zone. Gainesville is in Alachua County — look up your evacuation zone here.
- Get alerts early. Sign up below — we'll notify you when storms first form in the basin, not just when they're at your doorstep.
- Have 3+ days of supplies. Water (1 gal/person/day), non-perishable food, medications, flashlights, batteries, cash.
- Have an evacuation plan. Know where you'll go, how you'll get there, what you'll bring.
- Follow official orders. If your zone is told to evacuate, leave. Don't wait.