Residents of Jacksonville are bracing for a series of damp days ahead, as the National Weather Service in Jacksonville forecasts an 80% chance of showers and thunderstorms today. With a high near 92 degrees and winds switching south in the afternoon, folks might want to keep their umbrellas handy and prepare for potential rainfall totaling between a quarter and half an inch, according to the NWS.
As we move into the evening, the likelihood of showers and storms dips to 30%, with mostly cloudy skies expected and a low around 75 degrees. Those planning evening activities should consider the possibility of storms, mainly before 9 pm. Tomorrow doesn't look much drier, as the NWS predicts a 70% chance of precipitation, and new rainfall amounts could range from a tenth to a quarter of an inch — though, thunderstorms could drive those numbers higher.
Looking further into the week, the wet weather doesn't seem keen on taking a break. Monday night will possibly bring more showers and storms before 11 pm, transitioning to a partly cloudy sky and a low around 73 degrees. Jacksonville's inhabitants will get little respite on Tuesday, as the NWS foresees a 60% chance of precipitation with storms likely in the afternoon and evening hours.
Wednesday and Thursday echo this stormy sentiment, each day carrying a 70% chance of thunderstorms and showers. It's a repetitive pattern that doesn't appear to ease until Saturday, which shows only a 50% chance of storms. For those plotting a festive Fourth of July, the forecast suggests showers and thunderstorms are "likely," so community BBQs and outdoor events may need a plan B. Most concerning for residents, perhaps, will be the night-time, as the sticky air refuses to cool down much below 75 degrees throughout the week, as per the National Weather Service.
