Florida – Cold air presses down across North Florida this morning, carrying a dry bite that feels more like January in the Midwest than the Panhandle. Trees stand still under clear skies, and the chill lingers even after sunrise as temperatures hover in the low 40s around Tallahassee.
According to the National Weather Service in Tallahassee, a Cold Weather Advisory remains in effect through early afternoon, followed by an Extreme Cold Warning and Freeze Warning beginning this evening and lasting into Sunday morning. Overnight lows are expected to fall into the lower 20s, with wind chills dropping into the single digits in exposed areas. These conditions can lead to hypothermia with prolonged exposure and damage unprotected pipes, plants, and sensitive infrastructure.
Across Leon, Gadsden, and northern Liberty counties, residents are being urged to prepare now. Outdoor plumbing should be wrapped or allowed to drip slowly. Tender plants and citrus need protection. Pets and livestock should be moved to warm shelters with access to unfrozen water. Portable heaters should be used with caution, and generators must remain outdoors.
Travel conditions remain mostly dry, but cold pavement increases the risk of frost on bridges and elevated roadways late tonight into early Sunday. Drivers should watch for slick spots on rural roads and shaded areas, especially before sunrise.
Sunday brings sunshine, but little warmth. Afternoon highs struggle to reach the mid-40s, and another cold night follows with lows near the mid-20s. A gradual warmup begins Monday, with temperatures rebounding into the 50s and 60s through midweek.
Looking toward the first full week of February, longer-range outlooks suggest milder air returning briefly, though additional cold fronts remain possible. Weather alerts may be updated as conditions evolve.
If you are preparing for tonight, take time now to protect pipes, plants, and pets. How cold did it feel outside your home this morning?
Five-Day Weather Outlook for Tallahassee, FL
- Today: Becoming sunny and breezy. High near 41°F.
- Sunday: Sunny but cold. High near 44°F.
- Monday: Sunny and milder. High near 54°F.
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny. High near 64°F.
- Wednesday: Partly sunny with late showers. High near 65°F.
