Tallahassee, Florida – Florida drivers should brace for wet roads and sudden downpours Friday afternoon as strong thunderstorms move into Tallahassee just after 2 p.m., creating a potential hazard along U.S. Route 319 and I-10 during the evening commute.
According to the National Weather Service, showers and storms are expected between 2 and 6 p.m. Friday, with a 70% chance of precipitation. Winds will shift from the south to west through the day at 5 to 10 mph. Rainfall could exceed a quarter inch in isolated areas, especially in thunderstorms, which may also bring gusty winds.
By Friday night, another round of storms could develop after 6 p.m., keeping roads slick into early Saturday morning. Drivers are advised to avoid flooded streets and monitor real-time alerts, especially in low-lying neighborhoods and near local creeks. Saturday brings a sharp weather shift, with sunny skies and a high near 87°F, offering a break from the storm activity.
Sunday and Monday heat up dramatically, with temperatures climbing to 90°F and 93°F respectively. Mostly clear skies continue through Tuesday, when highs reach a summer-like 95°F — the hottest so far this season.
5-Day Extended Forecast:
- Saturday: Sunny, high of 87°F
- Sunday: Mostly clear, high of 90°F
- Monday: Sunny and hot, high of 93°F
- Monday Night: Mostly clear, low near 70°F
- Tuesday: 95°F with isolated evening storm chances
- Wednesday: Slight chance of storms, highs remain in the 90s
