JACKSONVILLE, Fla. \u2013 Let me start by saying it\u2019s a great week to be outside. We\u2019re enjoying a dry spell and a cooler pattern across Jacksonville and nearby areas. <\/p>\n
It feels really comfortable when you step outside, especially compared to those downright cold mornings we had last week.<\/p>\n
Right now, we\u2019ve got 54 degrees in Jacksonville, 60 on the coast, and up in Georgia, folks are seeing temperatures in the 40s. Wind is barely making a ripple, with speeds in the lower range\u2014it\u2019s just enough to remind you it\u2019s fall in Florida. <\/p>\n
If you\u2019re sending the kids out early, a light layer won\u2019t hurt, especially north of the state line, but they\u2019ll probably shed it by afternoon.<\/p>\n
Don\u2019t worry about rain. Our Exact Track 4D radar is showing clear skies, and there\u2019s no sign of moisture moving in anytime soon. <\/p>\n
Whether you\u2019re heading out for a walk, taking in a sporting event, or just want to soak up the sun, you\u2019re set up for a good week.<\/p>\n
Looking at how the day unfolds: expect 50s around 6 a.m., 64 degrees by 10 a.m., and we\u2019ll climb into the low 70s by the lunch hour. <\/p>\n
Areas from Fernandina Beach to Ponte Vedra Beach stick close to 68 degrees, with places like Palatka reaching 72. Macclenny and St. Augustine are hovering right around 69. No complaints in the weather department!<\/p>\n
Warmer weekend weather<\/p>\n
If you\u2019re like me, you want to know how your weekend shapes up. <\/p>\n
Here\u2019s some good news: we\u2019re expecting highs to hit 80 degrees by Saturday, and Sunday is likely to stay really close to that, around 78 degrees. <\/p>\n
There will be plenty of sunshine, and it\u2019s looking perfect for a beach day, family outings, or just relaxing outdoors. <\/p>\n
The warm-up continues through the work week, with highs moving from the low 70s to the upper 70s and even low 80s by Friday and Saturday.<\/p>\n
High-pressure in control<\/p>\n
Ever wonder why things feel so pleasant right now? We\u2019ve got two areas of high pressure working for us: one sliding down from the northwest and another pushing in from the west. <\/p>\n
These systems are keeping all that Gulf moisture far away from Northeast Florida, acting like a shield to give us clear skies and dry conditions.<\/p>\n
That means you don\u2019t have to worry about rain putting a damper on your plans. <\/p>\n
It\u2019s a fantastic stretch of weather through this week, so get outdoors and enjoy everything our spot on the map has to offer\u2014this is why we live in Florida!<\/p>\n
Share your sunny moments!<\/p>\n