JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Gusty winds sweep across the St. Johns River early this Saturday, carrying the kind of salt-tinged air that hints at a changing pattern ahead. After a string of breezy, mostly dry days, north Florida’s stretch of tranquil fall weather is set to break down by Monday, bringing a stormy start to Halloween week.
According to the National Weather Service in Jacksonville, Saturday stays warm and mostly sunny with highs near 79°F and gusts approaching 25 mph along the beaches. A slight chance of light showers could brush coastal Duval County tonight, but most areas remain dry through Sunday morning. Winds stay steady from the northeast, keeping surf choppy and prompting a Rip Current Statement through early Monday — swimmers and boaters should exercise caution.
Clouds thicken Sunday afternoon with highs near 80°F, followed by increasing rain chances Sunday night into Monday. Forecasters expect the most active period late Monday, when showers and isolated thunderstorms could impact the evening commute, particularly along I-95 and U.S. 17. Heavy downpours may cause ponding on roads and brief power flickers near coastal neighborhoods.
Behind the storms, drier air filters in by Tuesday with highs holding near 70°F — a noticeable cool-down that signals fall’s firmer grip heading into November.
Residents planning early Halloween events should secure outdoor decorations and check for updated alerts Monday morning as another front approaches midweek.
Five-Day Forecast for Jacksonville, FL:
Sat: 79/68 – Mostly sunny, breezy; rip current risk.
Sun: 80/69 – Partly sunny; isolated shower late.
Mon: 77/63 – Showers, possible storms; gusty winds.
Tue: 70/61 – Breezy and cooler; clouds breaking.
Wed: 74/56 – Partly sunny; mild and dry.
