Florida – Palm fronds rattle, lawns crunch underfoot, and a sharp chill lingers in the air as an Arctic surge tightens its grip on northeast Florida. Morning temperatures have fallen into the mid-20s around Jacksonville, with biting winds making it feel even colder for anyone stepping outside early.
According to the National Weather Service, Extreme Cold and Freeze Warnings remain in effect across the Jacksonville area through mid-morning, with a Wind Advisory also posted. Wind chills have dropped into the teens, and frost is widespread, posing a threat to exposed pipes, sensitive plants, and outdoor pets.
Across Duval County, temperatures struggle to rebound today, topping out near the low 40s despite sunshine. Gusty west winds near 30 mph continue to sap warmth and create hazardous conditions for boaters along the St. Johns River and nearby coastal waters. Drivers on I-95 and I-10 may also encounter slick spots on bridges early, where cold air pools fastest.
Conditions slowly improve tonight, though another round of frost is expected after midnight as winds relax and skies stay mostly clear. Monday brings a noticeable warm-up, with highs climbing into the low 50s, followed by even milder air Tuesday and Wednesday. By midweek, afternoon temperatures surge into the 60s and near 70, marking a sharp turnaround from the current cold snap.
Even with warmer days ahead, meteorologists caution that February remains volatile. Rapid temperature swings increase the risk of flash freezing during early mornings, especially after irrigation or patchy frost melt. Residents should continue cold-weather precautions through Tuesday, then prepare for changing conditions later in the week as rain chances return.
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Five-Day Outlook for Jacksonville, FL
- Today: Sunny and windy, high near 42°F
- Monday: Frost early, then sunny, high near 53°F
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny, areas of frost early, high near 63°F
- Wednesday: Sunny, then increasing clouds, high near 70°F
- Thursday: Partly sunny with a slight rain chance, high near 55°F
