Daytona Beach is waking to mostly clear skies and temperatures around 70 degrees Friday, with patchy fog early before sunshine takes over and temperatures climb near 84. A few rain showers could pop up late in the day, but the bigger beach concern is dangerous rip currents expected along Volusia County beaches through late Saturday night.
Sunny Afternoon With A Small Shower Chance
Fog should lift by 8 a.m., giving way to a mostly sunny morning and a warm afternoon. The National Weather Service Melbourne forecast calls for light south-southwest winds, a high near 84 and a 20% chance of showers, with any rainfall generally staying below a tenth of an inch.
Rip Currents Are The Main Beach Hazard
The National Weather Service Melbourne says dangerous rip currents are expected along the beaches of Volusia and nearby coastal counties through late Saturday night. Entering the surf is strongly discouraged; swimmers caught in a rip current should float, avoid swimming directly against it and move parallel to shore if able.
Cooler, Breezier Weekend Ahead
A weak cool front arrives Saturday, bringing mostly sunny skies, a high near 80 and north winds of 10 to 15 mph. Sunday stays sunny near 78 degrees, with north winds continuing and little chance of rain.
St. Johns River Flooding Continues Inland
Separate from the coastal forecast, the National Weather Service says river flooding is ongoing along the St. Johns River, with warnings in effect for forecast points including DeLand and Astor. River levels are expected to keep rising over the next several days, so residents near low-lying areas should avoid flooded roads and never walk or drive through floodwater.
