The National Weather Service in Jacksonville, FL has issued a forecast predicting a likelihood of showers and thunderstorms over the next several days, marking a wet pattern for the region. According to the NWS update, beginning today, residents can expect mostly cloudy skies with high temperatures nearing 92°F, and heat index values could reach up to 100. Thunderstorms are likely to occur mainly after 3pm, with a 60% chance of precipitation and possible rainfall amounts between a quarter and half an inch.
Tonight's outlook doesn't spell much relief for those hoping for a dry evening. The NWS forecasts showers and thunderstorms to continue, mainly before 9pm, with overnight lows settling around 75°F. Southerly winds will be gentle, blowing at 3 to 7 mph, while chances of precipitation remains steady at 60%. Moving into Sunday and Monday, similar patterns are expected, with partly sunny skies briefly parting over the potential for tumultuous weather in the afternoons and evenings.
The detailed forecast for the coming days indicates that the unsettled weather will likely extend through Juneteenth. A 50% chance of showers and thunderstorms is anticipated for the holiday, with the possibility of higher temperatures around 95°F. Residents should prepare for intermittent storms and high levels of heat humidity, maintaining awareness of the resultant heat index, which factors in the effect of humidity on the perception of temperature.
As the week progresses, Tuesday through Friday continue the trend, alternating between chances of storms in the afternoon and early evening hours and stretches of mostly sunny and hot conditions. For the latest weather information and updates, refer to the NWS website or local forecasts.
