Jacksonville, Fla. – A crisp dawn breeze rolled off the St. Johns River Thursday morning, carrying the unmistakable scent of dry autumn air — a brief, quiet stretch before a warmer, unsettled shift this weekend. Sunshine and low humidity will dominate through Friday, but changes are brewing offshore that could bring the region’s next round of rain by late Sunday.
According to the National Weather Service in Jacksonville, clear skies and a north wind around 15 mph will keep Thursday’s highs near 77°F, delivering ideal conditions for outdoor work, football practice, and early fall cleanup. Winds will ease Friday as temperatures climb toward 79°F under full sun — the kind of mild, breezy setup perfect for coastal walks or afternoon events around Riverside and the Beaches.
By Saturday, a slight uptick in humidity signals the transition ahead. Models show a coastal disturbance moving closer by late Sunday, increasing cloud cover and introducing a 30–40% chance of scattered showers. Roads along I-95 and U.S. 17 could turn damp at times, especially from late afternoon into the evening. No severe weather is expected, but drivers should watch for reduced visibility during light rain periods.
The air stays comfortably warm through Monday, with highs in the upper 70s and lows in the 60s. Beyond that, early signals suggest another round of cooler, drier air may slide in midweek — a classic late-October reset across northern Florida. For now, Jacksonville’s weather offers a near-perfect fall weekend mix: sunny, mild, and breezy with just enough moisture Sunday to remind residents that November’s pattern shifts aren’t far behind.
Five-Day Forecast for Jacksonville, FL:
Thu: 77/57 – Sunny, breezy north wind; crisp and clear.
Fri: 79/63 – Sunny; light northeast breeze, warmer feel.
Sat: 78/68 – Partly cloudy; breezy afternoon.
Sun: 78/68 – Mostly sunny early; chance of showers late.
Mon: 77/65 – Partly sunny; scattered showers linger early.
