Florida greets the morning with hazy air and dim headlights cutting through patchy fog. Moist air clings to neighborhoods around Jacksonville, and visibility drops quickly in low spots. Conditions feel calm now, but changes build as the day unfolds.
According to the National Weather Service, temperatures hover near 50 degrees early, with dense humidity fueling fog before sunrise. Drivers should slow down on I-95, I-10, and surface roads until visibility improves. Use low beams and allow extra stopping distance during early travel.
Clouds linger through the day, with highs climbing toward the upper 60s. By Thursday afternoon, scattered showers develop, becoming more likely Thursday night. Roads may turn slick during evening travel, especially near bridges and shaded stretches. Keep umbrellas handy and plan extra time if heading out late.
Showers may linger into early Friday, then taper as drier air arrives. Sunshine returns quickly, pushing highs near 70. To be fair, it will feel pleasant for December, but the pattern does not stay warm for long.
Behind the rain, cooler air slips in Friday night. Temperatures drop into the mid-40s by Saturday morning. While freezing weather is not expected, the change will feel noticeable after recent mild nights. It’s an early winter signal for North Florida, even if snow stays far away.
Saturday and Sunday look sunny and dry, ideal for outdoor plans and holiday errands. Afternoon temperatures stay comfortable, while mornings feel crisp. Christmas travel conditions improve across the region, with fewer weather-related delays expected after Friday.
Travelers heading north should still watch national weather trends. Major storms across the Midwest and Plains could ripple into airline schedules later this weekend.
5-Day Jacksonville Weather Outlook
• Today: Patchy fog, mostly cloudy, high near 69°
• Thursday: Chance of showers, high near 74°
• Friday: Early showers, then sunny, high near 71°
• Saturday: Sunny, high near 69°
• Sunday: Sunny, high near 72°
