TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Thunderstorms are expected to disrupt holiday travel and outdoor plans across North Florida as storm chances climb through Labor Day weekend. Storms could bring heavy downpours and lightning to Tallahassee and surrounding communities beginning Friday afternoon and lasting into early next week.
According to the National Weather Service in Tallahassee, scattered showers and thunderstorms are expected Friday, with storm chances increasing to 60 percent by Saturday. Rain is likely during the afternoon and evening hours, with the heaviest activity between 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. Sunday also brings widespread storms, and Labor Day is forecast to stay unsettled with rain and thunderstorms likely into the evening.
Localized flooding on low-lying roads is possible, particularly in Leon, Gadsden, and Jefferson counties. Afternoon commuters on I-10 and U.S. 27 may face slowdowns during peak rainfall. Residents planning barbecues, parades, or lake trips for the holiday are urged to monitor conditions closely, keep electronics charged, and have alternate indoor plans ready.
Storm chances linger into early next week, though drier conditions are expected by midweek. Additional advisories may be issued if rainfall intensifies or flooding risk increases.
Five Day Forecast for Tallahassee, FL
- Friday: 50% chance of storms after 11 a.m., high near 85.
- Saturday: 60% chance of storms, high near 84.
- Sunday: Showers and storms likely after 2 p.m., high near 85.
- Labor Day (Monday): 60% chance of storms, high near 85.
- Tuesday: 30% chance of storms, turning sunny, high near 88.
