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Northeast Florida Weather: Windy, Wet Weekend October 24-25
JACKSONVILLE, FL — Residents across Jacksonville and surrounding Northeast Florida communities should prepare for a significant change in weekend weather as showers, possible thunderstorms and windy c
By Natalie Brooks · 2026-10-21T08:32:02.055Z
JACKSONVILLE, FL — Residents across Jacksonville and surrounding Northeast Florida communities should prepare for a significant change in weekend weather as showers, possible thunderstorms and windy conditions arrive Saturday, October 24. After several days of sunshine, the National Weather Service forecasts a 70% chance of precipitation Saturday, followed by additional rain chances Sunday.
According to the National Weather Service in Jacksonville, Saturday's forecast includes showers likely and a possible thunderstorm after 2 p.m., with afternoon temperatures reaching approximately 73 degrees. Windy conditions are also expected, creating a noticeably different weather pattern from the sunny and relatively calm conditions forecast earlier in the week.
Saturday Brings the Highest Rain Chances The weekend transition begins Friday, when Jacksonville will remain mostly sunny with a high near 75 degrees.
Northeast winds could gust as high as 25 mph Friday afternoon, with breezy conditions continuing overnight.
A slight chance of showers develops after 2 a.m. Saturday before precipitation chances increase substantially during the day.
Saturday's 70% precipitation probability represents the highest daytime rain chance in the supplied five day forecast.
Showers and a possible thunderstorm could affect outdoor events, recreational activities and weekend travel throughout the Jacksonville area.
Residents planning outdoor activities should monitor updated forecasts and consider alternative indoor arrangements.
Five Day Jacksonville Weather Outlook Wednesday 10/21: Sunny, with a high near 77 degrees. Northeast winds of 8 to 14 mph could gust to 21 mph. Clear overnight, with a low near 56 degrees.
Thursday 10/22: Sunny, with a high near 75 degrees. Northeast winds of 7 to 11 mph could gust to 16 mph. Clear overnight, with a low near 58 degrees.
Friday 10/23: Sunny and breezy, with a high near 75 degrees. Northeast winds of 8 to 17 mph could gust to 25 mph. Partly cloudy overnight, with a low near 65 degrees and a 20% chance of showers after 2 a.m.
Saturday 10/24: Showers likely, with a possible thunderstorm after 2 p.m. Partly sunny, windy and a high near 73 degrees. Rain chance 70%. Showers remain likely Saturday night, with a low near 64 degrees and a 60% precipitation chance.
Sunday 10/25: A 40% chance of showers after 8 a.m. Partly sunny and windy, with a high near 73 degrees. Partly cloudy overnight, with a low near 64 degrees.
Dangerous Rip Currents Remain a Coastal Concern Separate from the approaching weekend rainfall, the National Weather Service has issued a High Rip Current Risk for coastal Duval and northeastern St. Johns counties through late Thursday night.
Dangerous rip currents can pull swimmers away from shore, even when beach conditions appear manageable.
Beachgoers should avoid entering dangerous surf and follow instructions from lifeguards and local officials.
NOAA Outlook Favors Warmer, Wetter Conditions Looking beyond the weekend, NOAA's Climate Prediction Center eight to 14 day outlook, issued October 20, favors above normal temperatures and precipitation across Northeast Florida from October 28 through November 3.
These outlooks describe broad probabilities rather than exact daily rainfall totals or temperatures.
For Jacksonville residents, the immediate priority is preparing for Saturday's higher rain chances while remaining cautious around dangerous coastal currents through Thursday night.