Florida – Morning air feels mild and calm across the Panhandle, but change is already lining up to the west. Clouds thicken by stages, and the dry pavement seen now could turn damp and slick as the weekend approaches.
According to the National Weather Service in Tallahassee, rain chances begin to increase Saturday as moisture spreads back into North Florida. While no severe weather is expected, periods of showers could affect outdoor plans and travel, especially later Saturday and through Sunday.
In Tallahassee, temperatures stay warm through Saturday, climbing near 70 before clouds deepen. Spotty showers may develop during the afternoon, then become more numerous Saturday night. Roads could turn slick quickly after sunset, especially on untreated surfaces and shaded areas.
Sunday brings the wettest stretch. Showers are likely, with a chance of thunderstorms during the afternoon. Rain coverage may approach widespread levels at times, reducing visibility on stretches of Capital Circle, Monroe Street, and Apalachee Parkway. Drivers should plan extra time and watch for ponding on low-lying roads.
Behind the rain, cooler air settles in. Sunday night temperatures drop sharply into the lower 40s, a noticeable shift after recent mild nights. Any lingering moisture on roads could create patchy slick spots early Monday morning, particularly in rural areas.
By Monday, conditions gradually improve, though a few lingering showers remain possible early. Sunshine returns later, but highs only reach the lower 50s, reinforcing the cooler trend. Longer-range outlooks suggest near-normal precipitation next week, with temperatures running cooler than average across the Southeast.
Residents should keep umbrellas ready, adjust travel timing this weekend, and prepare for a cooler start to the new week.
Five-Day Outlook for Tallahassee, Florida
• Today: Clearing skies, high near 74
• Friday: Mostly sunny, high near 74
• Saturday: Slight chance of showers, high near 70
• Sunday: Showers likely, high near 73
• Monday: Slight chance of showers, cooler, high near 51
