Jacksonville residents can expect a tempestuous week ahead, according to the latest weather forecasts. With chances of showers and thunderstorms ranging from 40 percent to a staggering 90 percent over the next several days, it's a good idea to keep an umbrella close by. The National Weather Service in Jacksonville reports an uptick in cloud cover today with a high near 87 degrees, along with breezy conditions featuring east winds from 6 to 16 mph, and gusts that could reach up to 24 mph.
As we move into the evening, the likelihood of rainfall increases to 50 percent. The nighttime will bring mostly cloudy skies with lows hovering around 74 degrees, and the easterly winds persisting at 9 to 13 mph, gusts could reach up to 20 mph. Rainfall tonight could vary, with new rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms, according to the National Weather Service. High humidity will likely add to the discomfort, underscoring a muggy and wet start to the month.
Wednesday doesn't promise much relief, carrying an 80 percent chance of precipitation with possible thunderstorms in the forecast. The high for the day is expected near 83 degrees amidst breezy conditions. By nighttime, the concert of showers and storms continues, with similar chances of rain and south winds making a showing. Residents should brace for potentially half to three quarters of an inch of new rainfall during the day.
Looking ahead to Thursday, forecasters predict a 90 percent chance of showers. Showers and possibly a thunderstorm after 8 a.m., continuing the pattern of unsettled weather. The high may reach near 84 degrees with a south wind blowing at a mild 6 to 9 mph. The evening presents an 80 percent chance of precipitation tapering off after 8 p.m. Friday forecasts show a slight return to sunshine, but it's accompanied by a continued likelihood of thunderstorms and a high near 91 degrees. The weekend promises more of the same, with temperatures climbing to the mid-90s and chances of storms persisting each day.
