It’s a muggy, partly cloudy start in Jacksonville on Thursday, May 14, 2026, with thermometers this morning around 69°F and dew points in the upper 60s, so the air feels sticky enough to frizz anyone’s hair. Patchy fog will trim visibility in spots along I‑95 and the I‑10 corridors during the early commute before burning off by mid‑morning. After that, expect sunshine and a warm afternoon with highs climbing into the mid‑80s.
Foggy Mornings, Sunny Afternoons
Patchy fog should hang around through about 9 a.m. before skies clear and temperatures top out near 86°F, so it’s worth giving yourself a little extra time on the roads early. Northwest winds will be light to moderate today, roughly 5–10 mph with gusts up to about 17 mph. Tonight looks mostly clear with a low around 59°F, according to the National Weather Service Jacksonville.
Beaches And Rip Currents
The surf will be choppy enough to support a moderate rip‑current risk at Northeast Florida beaches today, so swimmers should use caution and follow lifeguard instructions instead of trying to play amateur oceanographer. Onshore breezes later in the week could keep hazard levels elevated into Friday and the weekend. For background on recent coastal conditions, see blazing heat and sneaky rip currents.
Afternoon Winds Pick Up
Northwest breezes will strengthen through the afternoon, which can make the coast feel a few degrees cooler while kicking up extra chop on area beaches. Gusts near 17 mph are possible, so it’s a good day to secure umbrellas, patio furniture and any loose outdoor items. Mariners and drivers of high‑profile vehicles should be mindful of the gusts, per the National Weather Service Jacksonville.
Looking Ahead
Friday should be sunny with highs in the low‑80s, and Saturday stays warm and mainly dry before the sea breeze returns on Sunday afternoon with a slight chance of showers and isolated thunderstorms. The chance for brief storms rises to about 20% Sunday afternoon, mainly inland after 2 p.m., so keep an eye on late‑weekend outdoor plans if they involve being outside for long stretches. For more on what’s coming this week, see Jacksonville’s blazing, blustery forecast.
