Jacksonville drivers and beachgoers face dangerous conditions tonight as coastal flooding and strong rip currents continue to grip Northeast Florida. The National Weather Service warns that some roads, including low-lying stretches of A1A, may see water pooling through Wednesday morning.
According to the National Weather Service office in Jacksonville, a Coastal Flood Advisory remains in effect until 6 a.m. Wednesday, September 10, with a High Rip Current Risk lasting through late Wednesday night. Flooding is expected in parks, lots, and along shore roads, while rip currents could sweep even experienced swimmers into deeper water.
Winds from the northeast will strengthen Tuesday night into Wednesday, fueling persistent surf and making travel near the shoreline hazardous. Beachgoers should swim only near lifeguards, avoid venturing into rough surf, and know how to escape a rip current by swimming parallel to the shore. Drivers should plan for delays and avoid barricaded or flooded roadways.
Rain and thunderstorms remain likely through Wednesday afternoon, bringing localized downpours and gusts as high as 25 mph. By midweek, conditions begin to improve, though breezy winds and scattered showers may linger into Thursday morning. Sunshine and drier air will return late in the week, giving Northeast Florida a brief taste of calmer fall weather.
Residents should monitor updates closely as additional advisories could be issued if coastal flooding intensifies.
Five-Day Forecast for Jacksonville, FL
- Wednesday: Showers and thunderstorms likely. High near 82. Breezy northeast winds 14–17 mph, gusts to 25 mph.
- Thursday: Sunny with isolated showers. High near 84. Breezy.
- Friday: Sunny, breezy, high near 83.
- Saturday: A 20% chance of showers after 2 p.m. High near 83.
- Sunday: Mostly sunny with a slight chance of showers. High near 84.
