TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Drivers across Florida’s capital should prepare for disruptive storms Friday as unsettled fall weather pushes across the Panhandle. High heat and sudden downpours could impact commutes, with lightning and gusty winds creating dangerous conditions for anyone traveling U.S. Highway 27 or I-10 during peak hours.
According to the National Weather Service in Tallahassee, storm chances rise to 80% Friday, with the most active period expected from afternoon through evening. Rain may fall heavily at times, lowering visibility and creating ponding on roads. Heat index values near 95 will add another layer of stress ahead of the storm arrival.
Residents should secure outdoor items and keep electronic devices charged in case of power interruptions. Travelers are urged to plan ahead and avoid unnecessary trips when storms are at their peak. School activities and outdoor events may face delays or cancellations, especially in Leon, Gadsden, and Wakulla counties.
Saturday offers brief relief with partly sunny skies and highs in the mid-80s, but scattered storms return Sunday. As fall settles in, temperatures hold steady in the upper 80s with muggy afternoons and storm chances lingering into early next week.
The storm pattern signals the region’s seasonal transition. While Florida remains far from winter chill, cooler mornings are expected to develop gradually in October. Officials remind residents to stay alert as fall weather systems often shift quickly, creating new hazards with little warning.
Five-Day Forecast for Tallahassee, FL:
- Friday: Thunderstorms likely, high 85.
- Saturday: Partly sunny, high 85.
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, high 88.
- Monday: Scattered thunderstorms, high 88.
- Tuesday: Isolated thunderstorms, high 88.
