Florida eases into the morning under a warm, muted sky as patches of low clouds drift over Jacksonville. Damp air wraps around the region, carrying that familiar early-December heaviness, hinting at Tuesday’s increasing rain chances and the potential for slower travel as residents shift back to post-holiday routines.
Today brings mostly sunny weather, with highs near 75 and a light east breeze developing through the morning. Roads stay dry and visibility remains strong, making this one of the easier travel days of the week. Still, residents should prepare for rapid changes as a developing coastal system draws closer. Meteorologists now track a corridor of deeper moisture pushing toward northeast Florida by Tuesday, signaling a Weather Alert mindset for those driving during the afternoon commute.
Monday shows the earliest sign of transition, with a slight chance of showers after 1 p.m. Clouds thicken, and winds strengthen from the northeast—an early cue that Tuesday’s atmosphere will be primed for steady showers and scattered thunderstorms. Gusts could reach 21 mph, especially south of the city, where pockets of heavier rain may form.
Tuesday stands as the most impactful day, with likely showers by late morning and a better chance for thunder by afternoon. While this is not a winter system like those emerging farther north, the tropical-style bursts could still reduce visibility on I-95, JTB, and the Buckman Bridge. Drivers should plan extra time from 11 a.m. through the early evening window. To be fair, models vary on how widespread storms become, but all show a clear uptick in rainfall intensity.
Wednesday and Thursday return to brighter conditions, offering a calm stretch as December travel ramps up across the region.
Five-Day Outlook
Today: Mostly sunny; high 75.
Monday: 20% showers after 1 p.m.; high 72.
Tuesday: Showers likely; high 76.
Wednesday: Mostly sunny; high 66.
Thursday: Mostly sunny; high 69.
