Jacksonville’s Wednesday forecast brings partly sunny skies but hardly a calm day: gusty northeast winds could approach advisory criteria at area beaches, with a high near 75 and coastal flooding and dangerous surf remaining the bigger story. The rough stretch continues through Thursday before rain and thunderstorm chances build into Sunday.
Windy Wednesday Keeps Coastal Jacksonville On Edge
Partly sunny skies should dominate Wednesday, but persistent northeast winds will make conditions feel much rougher near the beaches, Intracoastal Waterway and St. Johns River. The National Weather Service Jacksonville describes gusty northeast winds that could approach advisory criteria at area beaches, while inland areas may warm closer to 80 degrees.
Showers may become more widespread toward sunset south of St. Augustine. Overnight, cloud cover and showers are expected to increase, with temperatures in the upper 60s to lower 70s south of I-10.
Flooding And Dangerous Surf Continue Through Friday
A Coastal Flood Warning remains in effect through 2 a.m. Friday for the Atlantic coast, Intracoastal Waterway and St. Johns River basin, where moderate flooding is possible around high tide. Low-lying roads and property could take on water, and officials warn drivers not to go around barricades or through water of unknown depth.
A High Surf Advisory is also in effect through 2 a.m. Friday, with breaking waves of 7 to 9 feet and localized beach erosion expected. The high risk for dangerous rip currents continues through Friday evening, making this a poor stretch for swimming or casual beach plans; anyone entering the water should stay near a lifeguard.
The warning package is a significant escalation from Tuesday’s Jacksonville forecast, which described a brief break before coastal hazards returned. The latest outlook keeps those hazards in place while adding a clearer timeline for the weekend’s unsettled weather.
Thursday Stays Breezy Before Sunday Turns Stormy
Thursday brings a slight chance of showers, with breezy conditions and highs around 77 degrees. Friday looks somewhat calmer and partly sunny, with a high near 78, although the coastal breeze will remain noticeable.
Saturday should reach about 80 degrees under mostly cloudy skies, with a slight chance of afternoon showers and thunderstorms. Sunday is the wettest day in the extended forecast, with showers and thunderstorms likely, a 60% chance of rain and a high near 78.
Showers could persist along the I-95 corridor Monday. Tuesday currently looks mostly sunny.
