Friday morning in Jacksonville starts off mostly clear and mild, with temperatures in the upper 50s and plenty of sunshine lined up for the afternoon. Highs should reach near 75°F with a northeast breeze around 8–14 mph. The nice beach weather comes with a serious catch, though: dangerous rip currents and elevated seas are expected to affect swimmers and small vessels through the evening. If you head to the coast, stick to lifeguarded areas and stay cautious near the surf.
Beaches And Boaters
The National Weather Service has issued a Rip Current Statement for southeast Georgia and northeast Florida beaches through this evening (Friday, March 13), and a Small Craft Advisory is in effect for local waters until 9:00 a.m. EDT. Officials warn rip currents can sweep even strong swimmers away; swimmers should stay near lifeguards, avoid swimming alone, and float or call for help if caught in a current. For the full advisory, see the National Weather Service.
Foggy Mornings, Sunny Afternoons
Patchy fog is likely to develop overnight into Saturday morning (March 14) across low-lying inland areas, so pre-dawn commuters should expect reduced visibility. Otherwise the day will be mostly sunny and comfortable, with temperatures climbing through the 60s to the mid-70s this afternoon. Winds near the coast will ease later this afternoon, making for pleasant beachside walks if you avoid the surf.
Weekend And The Week Ahead
Shower and thunderstorm chances increase Sunday, March 15, with highs near 83°F and about a 70% chance of storms that could produce heavy rain and gusty winds. Stronger storms are possible Monday, March 16, ahead of a cold front that will push through Monday night into early Tuesday (March 16–17), sending temperatures down to the low 40s by Tuesday morning. That chill may allow frost for inland Southeast Georgia Tuesday night into Wednesday morning (March 17–18), so protect sensitive plants and plan accordingly. Forecasters have more details in the National Weather Service.
