TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Florida’s September heat is holding strong, and Tallahassee residents could feel it the most on Saturday as temperatures climb toward 95 degrees just as football crowds gather and outdoor events peak. Safety officials warn anyone attending games or traveling U.S. 90 or I-10 to stay hydrated and limit time in direct sun.
According to the National Weather Service in Tallahassee, Thursday will bring plenty of sunshine with highs near 92. Friday grows even hotter, with afternoon temperatures spiking near 94 under calm winds. Saturday tops the stretch with a high near 95, before storm chances return late in the weekend.
Road crews and emergency managers stress that heat-related illness remains the main risk through Saturday. Those traveling should check vehicles for overheating, carry water, and avoid strenuous activity during the hottest part of the day. Outdoor workers and athletes should take frequent breaks in shade.
Sunday begins a slow shift toward more typical fall weather, with a 20 percent chance of afternoon storms and highs near 95. Monday and Tuesday increase that storm risk to 40–50 percent, providing some relief from the heat but raising concerns about slick roads during evening commutes.
With high school and college football in full swing, fans should prepare for extreme warmth Friday and Saturday before keeping an umbrella handy early next week.
Five Day Forecast for Tallahassee, Florida
- Thursday: Sunny, high near 92, calm winds.
- Friday: Hot, sunny, high near 94.
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, high near 95.
- Sunday: 20% chance of storms after 2 p.m., high near 95.
- Monday: 40% chance of storms, high near 90.
