Tallahassee, FL – Juneteenth and weekend plans across Florida’s capital region face a washout from a persistent wave of thunderstorms set to arrive Thursday morning. The soggy weather pattern will bring repeated chances for heavy rain and lightning, threatening to disrupt outdoor activities and complicate travel for days. Residents should prepare for a significant shift to wet conditions beginning with the holiday.
According to the National Weather Service, the likelihood of showers and thunderstorms jumps to 70% on Thursday, mainly after 8 a.m. That high probability of rain continues into Friday, with storms most likely after 2 p.m. Drivers along Interstate 10 and U.S. Highway 90 should anticipate wet roadways and reduced visibility during afternoon commutes. The primary safety guidance is to move indoors at the first sound of thunder.
This unsettled summer pattern is expected to lock in place through the weekend. The region faces a 60% chance of storms on Saturday, followed by a 50% chance on Sunday. High temperatures will consistently climb into the low 90s each day, creating steamy conditions when the sun appears. This cycle of sun and storms offers little relief and will require residents to stay aware of rapidly changing conditions.
The stormy trend appears set to continue into early next week, with a 50% chance of showers and thunderstorms remaining in the outlook for Monday. Residents should monitor local alerts and have a plan for moving activities indoors.
Five-Day Weather Outlook for Tallahassee:
- Wednesday: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 1 p.m. High near 92°F.
- Thursday (Juneteenth): A 70 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, likely after 8 a.m. High near 91°F.
- Friday: A 70 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 2 p.m. High near 92°F.
- Saturday: A 60 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, likely before 8 p.m. High near 94°F.
- Sunday: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. High near 94°F.
- Monday: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. High near 95°F.
