TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Afternoon heat and thunderstorms will dominate the week across North Florida, with Tallahassee facing daily storm chances and dangerous heat indexes topping 100 degrees. Drivers and outdoor workers should prepare for fast-changing conditions as showers develop mainly after 2 p.m. each day.
According to the National Weather Service in Tallahassee, a 40% chance of storms is expected this afternoon, with heat indexes reaching as high as 105. Similar conditions persist Wednesday and Thursday, with highs near 95 and storms developing by mid-afternoon. Winds remain light, which could allow heat and humidity to build before storms arrive.
Localized downpours and frequent lightning could affect travel on I-10, U.S. 27, and major Tallahassee roadways during the evening commute. Power outages are possible where storms strengthen. Residents are urged to stay indoors during lightning, avoid flooded streets, and hydrate frequently to combat the high heat index.
Storm coverage increases late week, with showers likely Friday evening into Saturday. The threat lingers into Sunday and Monday, though rainfall is expected to stay scattered.
Warnings remain in place for high heat through midweek, and more advisories could follow if storm activity intensifies.
Five Day Forecast for Tallahassee, FL
- Wednesday: High near 95, storms after 2 p.m., heat index near 103.
- Thursday: High near 96, afternoon storms, partly cloudy at night.
- Friday: High near 92, storms mainly after 2 p.m., continued humidity.
- Saturday: High near 89, thunderstorms likely after 2 p.m., lows near 74.
- Sunday: High near 89, storms likely in the afternoon, humid overnight.
