JACKSONVILLE, Fla. \u2013 It\u2019s a gray start across Jacksonville this morning, and if you\u2019re heading out, I want you to be extra careful.<\/p>\n
We\u2019re seeing dense fog in a lot of spots\u2014at the airport, on the Southbank, and around the city. As of this morning, visibility in Jacksonville has dropped to about two miles, and it\u2019s even lower in a few surrounding areas.<\/p>\n
Give yourself some extra time on the roads. Make sure those headlights are on low beam, and keep an eye out for kids going to school.<\/p>\n
Some places, like Gainesville, have actually improved a bit, but fog is still patchy and unpredictable. If you have travel plans soon, check traffic updates before you leave.<\/p>\n
Rain and storms end the dry streak<\/p>\n
Here\u2019s some good news: rain is finally back in the forecast after a bone-dry November. In fact, Jacksonville didn\u2019t see a single drop last month\u2014something that\u2019s never happened before!<\/p>\n
Showers are rolling in from the Gulf and moving across our region this morning, with a 60% chance you\u2019ll see rain or even a thunderstorm during the day. If you hear some rumbles, don\u2019t be surprised. Most storms look to remain below severe limits, but a \u201cmarginal\u201d risk means gusty winds are still possible in some spots.<\/p>\n
Our Exact Track 4D radar is lighting up with scattered showers\u2014you might get missed, but the cells that do develop could pack a punch. And it\u2019s not just today; another weather system is aiming for us again by Friday, which brings another round of much-needed rain just in time for the weekend.<\/p>\n
If being outside on rainy days isn\u2019t your thing, this might be a good excuse for some indoor plans. And if your plans include dog walking, don\u2019t forget a raincoat\u2014for both of you!<\/p>\n
Cooler temperatures, changing conditions<\/p>\n
Temperature-wise, we\u2019re starting off in the low 60s this morning, with highs near 78 degrees before the next front pushes through. After that, you\u2019ll notice things cool off sharply\u2014down to the 60s for highs and even 40s for overnight lows by midweek.<\/p>\n
This chilly spell won\u2019t last too long, though; we\u2019re expected to rebound to near-average temps by Friday and Saturday, staying within a couple degrees of the usual 70-degree high.<\/p>\n
One thing that will stick around: the muggy feeling in the air should hang on through Friday, thanks to all this unsettled weather. After that, drier air moves in for a short while.<\/p>\n
If you\u2019re thinking about heading to the beach, keep in mind there\u2019s a moderate rip current risk. Even if the sun peeks out, it\u2019s still not the best day for a swim.<\/p>\n