Jacksonville, Florida – Breezy winds and a chance of afternoon thunderstorms could slow down traffic and outdoor plans across northeast Florida on Tuesday, June 3rd. Residents in Jacksonville and along major corridors like I-95 and Beach Boulevard should prepare for changing summer weather conditions by early afternoon.
According to the National Weather Service in Jacksonville, a 30% chance of showers and storms will develop after 2 p.m. Tuesday, with highs reaching 88°F. Winds from the east will increase to 10–15 mph, with gusts up to 23 mph expected. Rain chances rise to 40% by Tuesday night, bringing lightning and downpours to areas including Orange Park, Mandarin, and Riverside.
Drivers should be alert for reduced visibility during sudden downpours and potential street flooding in low-lying neighborhoods. Secure outdoor furniture, charge mobile devices in advance, and avoid water recreation during thunderstorm periods. Air quality may also dip due to wildfire smoke drifting in from Canada, particularly during the morning hours.
Wednesday will bring a more widespread thunderstorm threat, especially after 2 p.m., with storm coverage reaching 70%. Thursday and Friday will continue the summer trend—hot, humid, and stormy—with highs climbing to the upper 80s.
Extended 5-Day Summer Forecast for Jacksonville (as of Monday, June 2):
- Tuesday, June 3: High 88°F, 30% chance of storms after 2 p.m., breezy
- Wednesday: High 84°F, 70% chance of storms, especially afternoon
- Thursday: High 87°F, 60% storm chance, mainly late afternoon
- Friday: High 91°F, partly sunny, isolated storms (20%)
- Saturday: High 95°F, scattered storms (40%), continued summer heat
