Florida — Frost sparkles on lawns and rooftops across the Tallahassee area this morning as winter tightens its grip on the Big Bend. Cold air settles low, and thermometers dip into the mid-20s, cold enough to threaten plants and exposed pipes.
A Freeze Warning remains in effect through mid-morning. Temperatures may fall as low as 24 degrees, with wind chills closer to 22 degrees in open areas. Calm winds allow cold air to pool, especially in rural spots and low-lying neighborhoods. Drivers may notice slick patches on bridges and shaded roads, though widespread icing is not expected.
Sunshine quickly follows after sunrise. Frost lingers through the early commute, then melts by late morning. Afternoon temperatures rebound into the lower 50s, offering relief for outdoor plans tied to the MLK Day holiday. Still, the sharp temperature swing raises concerns for tender vegetation stressed by repeated cold nights.
Cold air returns tonight. Patchy frost develops again after dark, with lows near 30 degrees. Gardeners should cover sensitive plants once more. Pets and outdoor plumbing also need protection as winter hangs on for another night.
Tuesday marks a turning point. Morning frost fades quickly, and highs climb into the mid-50s under increasing clouds. By Wednesday, warmer air settles in, pushing temperatures into the lower 60s. The shift feels dramatic after several biting mornings.
Looking ahead, rain chances return late Thursday into Friday as moisture increases. Longer-range outlooks suggest above-normal temperatures next week across much of the Southeast, reducing freeze risks after this stretch.
For now, timing matters. Cold mornings remain the biggest concern, while afternoons turn comfortably mild. Take precautions early, then enjoy the warming trend as the week unfolds.
Five-Day Weather Outlook for Tallahassee, FL
- Today: Frost early, sunny, high near 53°
- Tonight: Patchy frost, low near 30°
- Tuesday: Areas of frost early, high near 55°
- Wednesday: Mostly cloudy, high near 62°
- Thursday: Slight rain chance, high near 66°
