Sweltering heat arrives for Jacksonville<\/p>\n
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. \u2013 Hey, Jacksonville! The heat is on and it\u2019s sticking around for the next several days.<\/p>\n
We\u2019re looking at high temperatures soaring to 95 today, and you can count on more of the same through Monday. Overnight doesn\u2019t offer much relief, with lows only dipping to about 77.<\/p>\n
The feels-like temperatures are expected to get as high as 100 to 105, especially between 12 p.m. and 6 p.m. each day. These are dangerous numbers, so please be extra careful\u2014bring pets inside or find ways to keep everyone cool during that afternoon stretch.<\/p>\n
By next Wednesday, we\u2019re forecast to briefly dip into the 80s, but trust me, that\u2019s just for one day before the 90s return. So, make sure you\u2019re prepared for this ongoing heatwave.<\/p>\n
Rain and storms in the weekend forecast<\/p>\n
This weekend is shaping up to be a big one for pop-up afternoon showers and storms, with a 60 to 70 percent chance of rain both Saturday and Sunday.<\/p>\n
Using Exact Track 4D radar, I\u2019m seeing that these storms could be heavy at times, though not everyone will get rain right when they want it. We\u2019ve been stuck in a summer-like pattern, and that means quick bursts of rain in different parts of town, especially each afternoon.<\/p>\n
I know rain over a weekend isn\u2019t ideal, but we still desperately need it to help with the drought. If you plan to be outside, keep an eye on the weather and maybe pack an umbrella\u2014just in case!<\/p>\n
Watching the tropics\u2014no threats yet<\/p>\n
Let\u2019s take a quick look at the tropics. Right now, there\u2019s just a potential broad area of low pressure off the Bay of Campeche in the Atlantic. The chance for development is very low and it\u2019s not expected to impact us here in Northeast Florida or South Georgia.<\/p>\n
This is just the first area we\u2019re keeping an eye on for the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season\u2014nothing to worry about at the moment, but we\u2019ll keep you updated if things change.<\/p>\n