Jacksonville is starting Thursday mostly clear and already close to 80 degrees, but the quiet morning is a short-lived deal. Temperatures are headed toward 92, with the air feeling as hot as 103 and showers and thunderstorms becoming more likely after 1 p.m.
Heat Peaks Before Storms
Mostly sunny skies should carry the city through late morning, with southeast winds building from 2 to 9 mph. Some inland areas could also see patchy fog early Thursday, while stronger afternoon storms may bring frequent lightning, brief heavy rain and gusts of 40 to 50 mph, according to National Weather Service Jacksonville.
Rain will not be uniform across the region, but slow-moving storms could drop a lot of water in a short time. Forecasters say isolated pockets near 4 inches are possible in parts of northeast Florida, raising the risk of temporary flooding in poor-drainage and urban areas.
Storms Keep Working The Weekend
Thursday night stays muggy near 77, with a 50% chance of showers and thunderstorms before 11 p.m. Friday brings another mostly sunny start, a high near 91 and a 60% chance of afternoon and evening storms, while Saturday and Sunday keep the pattern going with highs around 90 and storm chances near 70% and 60%.
By Tuesday and Wednesday, highs ease into the upper 80s, but daily rain chances remain. Heat-index values could reach as high as 107 through Sunday, making the morning the better window for yard work, exercise and other outdoor plans.
Beachgoers Face A Moderate Rip-Current Risk
Local beaches face a moderate rip-current risk Thursday and Friday, with elevated risk expected to return early next week. Swimmers should check beach conditions before entering the water, stay near lifeguards and leave the surf when thunderstorms move nearby.
