Jacksonville, Florida – Intense heat and dangerous storms are on the way for Northeast Florida, with Friday shaping up to be both steamy and stormy. Jacksonville residents should brace for scattered thunderstorms beginning by 2 p.m., just as the heat index climbs toward a sweltering 100 degrees.
According to the National Weather Service in Jacksonville, Friday’s high will reach 92°F under mostly sunny skies until mid-afternoon storms develop. Gusty southwest winds up to 17 mph could accompany rainfall totals between a tenth and a quarter inch, though stronger thunderstorms may produce locally heavier amounts.
Drivers along I-95 and throughout Duval, Clay, and St. Johns counties should expect slick roads and potential traffic slowdowns during the evening commute. Outdoor activities are best planned for early in the day. If lightning is nearby, seek shelter indoors and avoid water-related recreation.
Storms are expected to taper off Friday night before another round hits late Saturday morning. Saturday and Sunday remain hot, with highs near 94°F and intermittent storms likely each afternoon. Sunday looks particularly active, with storms developing by 2 p.m.
Looking ahead, Monday continues the thunderstorm trend with an 80% chance of rain before 8 a.m., followed by an unsettled pattern through Wednesday. Residents are urged to stay weather-aware, especially with high daily temperatures and storm timing that could affect school, work, or travel plans.
🔎 Five-Day Forecast for Jacksonville, FL (June 5–10):
- Thursday (June 5): High 90°F, storms after 4 p.m., 80% chance
- Friday (June 6): High 92°F, storms after 2 p.m., heat index 100°F, 80% chance
- Saturday (June 7): High 94°F, storms likely late morning/afternoon, 70% chance
- Sunday (June 8): High 94°F, afternoon storms likely, 80% chance
- Monday (June 9): High 92°F, morning storms, 80% chance
- Tuesday (June 10): High 90°F, scattered thunderstorms, 80% chance
