Tallahassee, FL – Florida residents planning July 4th outings should prepare for a wet and stormy holiday as thunderstorms roll into Tallahassee by Thursday afternoon. With high temperatures nearing 92°F and a 50% chance of storms after 1 p.m., the combination of heat and humidity could make conditions feel close to 103°F.
According to the National Weather Service in Tallahassee, patchy fog may linger in the early morning hours Thursday before skies become mostly sunny. Thunderstorms are expected to redevelop during the afternoon, with showers continuing into the evening. The pattern continues through the holiday weekend with daily rain chances ranging from 50% to 60%, including Friday night and Saturday afternoon.
Drivers along I-10 should be on alert for reduced visibility and slick road conditions, particularly near Tallahassee and into Jefferson and Gadsden counties. Boaters and anyone planning fireworks displays should monitor radar updates closely, as pop-up storms could arrive with little warning.
Independence Day will bring a high near 93°F with northeast winds around 5 mph, shifting southeast in the afternoon. Storms are likely after 2 p.m., which could impact both travel and evening festivities.
Storm chances persist through early next week, with temperatures remaining in the lower 90s. The combination of high dew points and intermittent storms will keep humidity levels uncomfortably high. Residents are advised to limit outdoor activity during peak heat hours and ensure backup charging options are available in case of brief power disruptions.
🗓 Five-Day Forecast for Tallahassee (Friday, July 4 – Tuesday, July 9):
- Friday (7/4): High near 93°F. Showers and storms likely after 2 p.m. | Chance of rain: 60%
- Saturday (7/5): High near 91°F. Afternoon thunderstorms likely | Chance of rain: 60%
- Sunday (7/6): High near 91°F. Scattered thunderstorms in the afternoon | Chance of rain: 50%
- Monday (7/7): High near 92°F. Storm chances increase by 2 p.m. | Chance of rain: 40%
- Tuesday (7/8): High near 93°F. Afternoon showers and storms remain likely | Chance of rain: 50%
