Florida – Fog curls around streetlights this morning as damp air settles over Tallahassee. Headlights glow softly through mist, and wet pavement hints at changing conditions ahead. The calm start won’t last long as rain and thunderstorms push into the area before a sharp temperature drop tonight.
According to the National Weather Service in Tallahassee, patchy fog lingers early, followed by showers and scattered thunderstorms developing through late morning and afternoon. Rainfall totals may reach a quarter inch in spots, with locally heavier bursts under stronger storms. Drivers along Capital Circle, U.S. 27, and I-10 should expect reduced visibility during downpours.
Winds shift later today as the system moves east. Clouds thin this evening, allowing cooler air to settle in quickly. Temperatures fall into the upper 30s by early Thursday, with pockets of colder air across inland Leon and Gadsden counties. While a widespread freeze is not expected, chilly conditions may surprise residents after a mild afternoon.
Thursday brings clearing skies and a cooler feel. Highs reach the lower 50s, making it one of the cooler days of the week. Sunshine returns, but the air stays crisp through the evening. Friday turns brighter and milder, with highs climbing back into the lower 60s under clear skies.
The weekend looks quiet and warmer. Sunshine dominates Saturday and Sunday, with highs pushing into the mid to upper 60s. By early next week, temperatures continue to rise, signaling a broader warming trend across North Florida as February progresses.
For today, plan extra travel time during rain, slow down on wet roads, and watch for fog during the morning commute. Sensitive plants may need protection tonight as cooler air settles in. How did conditions look on your drive this morning?
Five-Day Outlook for Tallahassee, FL
- Today: Fog early, showers and thunderstorms, highs near 63°F
- Thursday: Clearing skies, cooler, highs near 52°F
- Friday: Sunny and milder, highs near 62°F
- Saturday: Sunny, warmer, highs near 65°F
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, continued warming, highs near 69°F
