Jacksonville, Fla. – Drivers and football fans in Northeast Florida should brace for a shift in conditions as September heat gives way to storm chances this weekend. Thursday will bring bright skies and highs near 90, but afternoon downpours return by Friday and could complicate travel along I-95 and weekend outdoor plans.
According to the National Weather Service in Jacksonville, Thursday remains sunny and hot with light winds, making it the last fully dry day of the week. By Friday afternoon, a 20% chance of thunderstorms builds, with greater rain coverage expected through the weekend. Saturday and Sunday carry at least a 30% chance of showers and storms each afternoon, with rainfall peaking during evening hours.
Residents should prepare for possible lightning delays at high school football games Friday night. The Florida Department of Transportation urges caution for evening commuters on I-95 and I-295 as wet pavement could create slick spots. Outdoor gatherings, beach trips, and tailgate events may need backup indoor options by Saturday.
Storms aren’t expected to be severe, but lightning and heavy downpours could briefly impact visibility and travel. Temperatures remain seasonably hot, with highs near 90 and lows in the mid-70s.
Conditions shift again early next week, with Monday and Tuesday bringing widespread showers and storms. By Tuesday, rain chances climb to 80%, raising the likelihood of a wetter, stormier pattern across Jacksonville and surrounding counties.
Warnings remain possible if storm coverage increases. Residents should monitor updates through the weekend and stay alert for changing conditions.
Five Day Forecast for Jacksonville, FL
- Thursday: Sunny, high 89.
- Friday: Slight chance storms after 2 p.m., high 90.
- Saturday: 30% chance storms afternoon and evening, high 90.
- Sunday: 30% chance storms, partly cloudy, high 91.
- Monday: Showers likely, high 89, rain chance 60%.
