Jacksonville, Fla. – Stormy skies and sweltering heat will converge in Northeast Florida Friday afternoon, setting the stage for dangerous summer weather across Duval County and surrounding areas.
According to the National Weather Service in Jacksonville, thunderstorms are likely to develop after 2 p.m. Friday, June 27, bringing lightning, downpours, and gusty winds to the region. Highs will reach 93°F, with heat index values near 101°F. Winds will remain light, but the risk of rapid weather changes and slick roads—especially along I-95, I-295, and Beach Blvd—will rise into the early evening.
Drivers should avoid non-essential travel during peak storm hours Friday afternoon and early evening. Keep mobile devices charged and secure outdoor items ahead of Friday’s storm window.
Saturday will bring more summer heat and instability. Another round of showers and thunderstorms is expected after 11 a.m., with highs again near 93°F. Precipitation chances hold at 60%, increasing slightly by evening.
Sunday remains unsettled with a 70% chance of storms, mainly after 2 p.m., and temperatures holding in the low 90s. Evening showers could linger into early Monday.
Looking Ahead: Five-Day Outlook for Jacksonville
- Thursday (Today): High 91°F, partly sunny, slight storm chance after 2 p.m.
- Friday: High 93°F, storms likely after 2 p.m., heat index near 101°F.
- Saturday: High 93°F, storms likely after 11 a.m.
- Sunday: High 92°F, 70% chance of afternoon storms.
- Monday: High 92°F, thunderstorms continue, 60% chance.
⚠️ Stay weather-aware and monitor future alerts as tropical moisture builds into early next week.
