Tallahassee, FL – Thanksgiving travelers and residents in Florida’s Panhandle should prepare for potential storms and gusty winds Thursday as a cold front moves through. The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a marginal severe weather risk, with damaging gusts up to 60 mph possible during the afternoon and evening hours.
According to the NWS Tallahassee office, the front is expected to bring isolated thunderstorms across the area, including cities near I-10. Morning conditions may include patchy fog, impacting visibility for drivers. The severe weather risk diminishes into the evening, giving way to cooler temperatures heading into Friday.
Extended Forecast
• Wednesday: Mostly sunny with a slight chance of showers in the afternoon. Highs near 76°F, with light winds.
• Thursday (Thanksgiving): Partly sunny with isolated storms after 1 p.m. Afternoon highs around 78°F, cooling to the mid-50s by night.
• Friday: Sunny with cooler highs near 63°F and lows dropping into the upper 30s overnight.
• Saturday: Crisp and clear with a high of 60°F and lows around 36°F.
• Sunday: Mostly sunny and cool, with highs in the low 60s.
Travelers along major roadways, including I-10 and US-319, should monitor weather alerts and drive cautiously in foggy or stormy conditions. Residents are advised to secure outdoor items in anticipation of strong gusts.
Stay tuned for updates and follow official alerts from the National Weather Service.
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