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FL Weather Alert: Storms, 30 MPH Gusts in Jacksonville, Nov 15–18
Florida's northeast coast is heading toward a noticeable weather shift, with gusty winds, scattered showers and possible thunderstorms approaching Jacksonville. Wind gusts could reach 30 mph Tuesday a
By Tessa Morgan · 2026-11-15T10:18:55.341Z
Florida's northeast coast is heading toward a noticeable weather shift, with gusty winds, scattered showers and possible thunderstorms approaching Jacksonville. Wind gusts could reach 30 mph Tuesday as temperatures climb toward the 70s by midweek.
The changing pattern could bring brief periods of wet pavement and breezy travel conditions across Duval County.
According to the National Weather Service in Jacksonville, rain chances increase Tuesday and Wednesday, following a mostly dry start to the week.
Jacksonville Starts Cool Before Winds Strengthen Sunday begins with temperatures near 51 degrees at Jacksonville Naval Air Station, accompanied by northwest winds around 9 mph.
Mostly sunny skies should push afternoon temperatures toward 65 degrees.
Northeast winds of 9 to 14 mph could produce gusts reaching 20 mph.
Monday, November 16, brings increasing clouds and temperatures near 68 degrees.
However, northeast winds will strengthen to 9 to 15 mph, with gusts potentially reaching 24 mph.
A 20% chance of showers develops after 1 a.m. Tuesday.
Tuesday and Wednesday Bring Storm Chances Tuesday, November 17, marks the beginning of more unsettled weather.
Temperatures should reach 69 degrees, with northeast winds of 15 to 18 mph and gusts reaching 30 mph.
The National Weather Service indicates a 20% chance of showers during the day.
Thunderstorms become possible after 10 p.m. Tuesday, with a 20% precipitation chance continuing.
Wednesday, November 18, brings the week's highest indicated rain probability.
Showers and thunderstorms remain possible after 1 p.m., with precipitation chances increasing to 30%.
Afternoon temperatures could reach 72 degrees.
What Drivers Should Expect on I 95 and I 295 Motorists traveling I 95, I 295 and the Arlington Expressway should prepare for occasional gusty conditions.
High profile vehicles may be more sensitive to crosswinds, particularly along exposed bridges.
Brief showers could also reduce visibility and create slick pavement.
However, widespread flooding or severe thunderstorms are not indicated in Jacksonville's supplied forecast.
The broader southern United States faces heavier rainfall and stronger thunderstorms, particularly across southeastern Texas.
That more significant rainfall threat is separate from Jacksonville's relatively limited precipitation chances.
No specific tornado threat is identified for Northeast Florida in the supplied outlook.
Jacksonville's Five Day Weather Outlook Monday, November 16: Increasing clouds and breezy conditions. High near 68°F, with gusts up to 24 mph. Low near 59°F Monday night, with a 20% shower chance after 1 a.m. Tuesday, November 17: Partly sunny and breezy, high near 69°F. Gusts up to 30 mph and a 20% shower chance. Low near 61°F, with thunderstorms possible after 10 p.m. Wednesday, November 18: Partly sunny, breezy and warmer, high near 72°F. A 30% chance of showers and possible afternoon thunderstorms. Low near 63°F Wednesday night. Thursday, November 19: Mostly sunny and breezy, high near 74°F. A 20% chance of showers before 1 p.m. Low near 62°F Thursday night. Friday, November 20: Mostly sunny and breezy, high near 74°F. Partly cloudy Friday night, low around 62°F.