Jacksonville, FL residents can expect a mix of sun and rain this week, with temperatures ranging from the high 50s to the mid-80s, according to a detailed forecast from the National Weather Service. As you wake up today, the outside world may appear as if it's blanketed in a soft, grey shroud due to the current fog and mist, and the humidity is sitting heavily at 96%. The mercury isn't climbing too high just yet, with a current reading of 59°F (15°C) and a dewpoint close by at 58°F (14°C). The visibility isn't all too clear, restricted to just 2.50 miles. So give yourself extra time for the morning commute, and watch out for those temperamental traffic conditions.
Glancing further into the future, the NWS bulletin indicates that there's a "40 percent chance of showers, mainly after 4pm" today. If that doesn't dampen your spirits, take solace in that we're looking at a relatively comfortable high of approximately 79°F. For those needing more detail, the winds are expected to shift from the northeast at 7 to 10 mph to the south in the afternoon, sometimes even gusting up to 16 mph. Tonight, the chance of precipitation drops to a mere 10 percent before 7pm, followed by the potential onset of patchy fog after 5am, hopefully clearing up as the low hovers around 62°F.
Stepping into Wednesday, we bid goodbye to the patchy morning fog before 7am. The outlook for the day offers a mix of clouds and sunshine, with temperatures climbing to a high near 83°F. The wind will remain firmly out of the south, at 6 to 13 mph and could reach gusts as high as 20 mph. For those planning further ahead, Thursday might get a little wetter; there's a "50 percent chance of showers after 1pm," and temperatures continuing to flirt with the mid-80s.
Looking toward the weekend, Friday cools down significantly with a high near 66°F and breezy conditions. There's a "20 percent chance of showers" to keep in mind if you have outdoor plans. But the weather takes a more decisive turn on Sunday, which brings a 70 percent chance of precipitation and possibly some wind to stir things up. Highs will stay in the high 70s, yet Sunday Night promises partly cloudy skies and a low around 43°F—a wild swing, for Florida. Finally, those of you off for Washington's Birthday can bask in sunny skies with a high near 60°F.
