Florida wakes to a rare winter feel this morning, with frosted rooftops, chilled windshields, and breath visible in the pre-dawn air. North Florida is starting the day near freezing, a sharp reminder that December patterns are shifting fast.
According to the National Weather Service, areas of frost developed early across Tallahassee as temperatures dipped near 33 degrees. Sensitive plants may be affected, and cold pavement could feel slick in shaded spots before sunrise. Residents heading out early should allow extra time and use caution on bridges.
The chill fades quickly. Sunshine dominates today, pushing afternoon highs near 61 degrees. Calm winds help conditions improve, making travel smooth after the early cold burns off.
Wednesday turns noticeably warmer. Highs climb into the upper 60s under mostly cloudy skies. The mild trend continues into Thursday, but the pattern becomes more active. Meteorologists are tracking a developing system that brings a 40 to 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms Thursday afternoon into Thursday night.
Rain may arrive fast and linger into the evening hours. Wet pavement could slow commutes, especially along U.S. 27 and Capital Circle. While severe weather is not expected, brief downpours may reduce visibility.
By Friday, the system exits. Sunshine returns, and highs reach the mid-60s. Cooler air follows Friday night, with lows near 40, reinforcing the back-and-forth nature of December weather.
Looking ahead to the weekend, conditions improve further. Saturday stays sunny and pleasant, with highs near the upper 60s. Sunday warms into the low 70s, keeping holiday travel and outdoor plans on track.
5-Day Outlook for Tallahassee, FL
- Today: Frost early, sunny, high near 61
- Wednesday: Mostly cloudy, high near 67
- Thursday: Showers and storms possible, high near 71
- Friday: Sunny, high near 65
- Saturday: Sunny, high near 68
