News Summary
Jacksonville, Fla. is gearing up for a hot weekend with temperatures reaching the mid-90s and potential afternoon storms. The National Weather Service warns of risks associated with Tropical Storm Erin, as well as hazardous surf conditions. Residents are advised to stay hydrated and cautious on the roads due to reduced visibility from morning fog. Rainfall may cause flooding and mudslides. With rising heat indices, precautions against overheating are vital as Jacksonville navigates this intense weather system over the weekend and into next week.
Jacksonville, Fla. is facing a hot and humid weekend, with temperatures soaring into the mid-90s. The First Alert Weather Team is currently tracking scattered afternoon and evening storms expected to develop throughout Saturday and into Sunday.
On Saturday, the forecast indicates a high temperature of 94 degrees, with warm and humid conditions prevailing. Rain is anticipated to move inland early in the evening, while a few coastal showers may occur after midnight, causing an overnight low of about 76 degrees.
As residents wake up on Sunday, they can expect to see a few coastal showers in the morning, transitioning to inland afternoon showers and thunderstorms as temperatures rise to 92 degrees. Following this, Monday’s weather will feature partly cloudy skies with a few inland afternoon storms, maintaining similar temperatures with a high of 93 degrees and a low of 75 degrees.
The forecast for Tuesday suggests a mix of partly to mostly sunny conditions, accompanied by an isolated afternoon storm, reaching a high of 93 degrees. Wednesday will shift slightly, presenting mostly sunny and hot weather with a high of 95 degrees and a low of 73 degrees. For Thursday and Friday, the weather will remain partly to mostly sunny, with highs nearing 94 degrees and the possibility of scattered afternoon storms each day.
Alongside the heat, the National Weather Service has alerted Jacksonville residents to a medium 50% chance of a disturbance forming in the southwestern Gulf. This weather system is tied to Tropical Storm Erin, which is rapidly moving west-northwest with sustained winds reaching up to 70 mph and is forecasted to develop into a major hurricane over the weekend.
Although Tropical Storm Erin’s path is expected to remain east of Florida, Jacksonville residents should remain vigilant, especially regarding potential rip currents and hazardous surf conditions. Rainfall from the storm could accumulate between 2 to 4 inches in some areas, raising concerns about flooding and mudslides.
Moreover, the maximum heat index in Jacksonville could rise between 106 to 112 degrees, prompting the issuance of heat advisories. Residents are urged to take precautions against the heat, including drinking plenty of water and staying indoors during peak sun hours.
For drivers, morning fog may result in reduced visibility conditions. It is recommended to keep headlights on and maintain a greater distance from other vehicles on the road.
Residents are encouraged to stay informed on local weather conditions and to share any weather-related photos using SnapJAX via news4jax.com/snapjax.
As Jacksonville deals with this combination of summer heat and tropical storm effects, residents should remain prepared for changing weather conditions throughout the weekend and into next week.
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Additional Resources
- Weather.com: Jacksonville, FL
- News4Jax: Jacksonville Forecast
- Jacksonville.com: Tropical Storm Erin Updates
- Action News Jax: Weather Updates
- Google Search: Jacksonville Florida Weather News
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