High pressure will be overhead today, which means it will be dry once again with highs in the 70s and 80s. We will see a partly to mostly cloudy sky and no rain which is bad news with the drought.
High pressure will be overhead today, which means it will be dry once again with highs in the 70s and 80s. We will see a partly to mostly cloudy sky and no rain which is bad news with the drought.
The drought continues to expand across our area. With little or no rain in the forecast through the end of the week, it remains the all-time-driest Aug. 25 through April 15 period on record.
Due to a combination of the dry ground, low humidity and gusty wind a Red Flag Warning (Fire Weather Warning) is in effect. This warning covers a large part of our area generally along and west of the St. Johns River.
With no rain in the near future, gusty winds, and warm temperatures, fire threats remain critical.
A front will move across our area late tonight through Monday. However, the rain associated with the front will generally fall apart. While an isolated shower will be possible, most spots will stay dry.
A cold front is pushing through our area today, approaching from the northwest. Northwesterly winds are expected to range from 15-20 mph, with gusts reaching 25-30 mph.
Temperatures will remain well above normal as we head through the rest of the weekend with highs in the 80s and 90s. The fire weather threat will remain elevated in part due to the dry ground, low humidity and a breeze. Exercise extreme caution if you will be outdoors and make sure to follow any burn ban in place.
Overall, rain chances remain low this weekend; thus, the Fire Weather Watch is extended through 9 p.m. on Monday.
The dry pattern will persist as we head through the day today thanks to a large area of high pressure overhead. We will see a mix of sun and clouds with temperatures in the 80s along the coast, 90s inland.
Jacksonville faces hot temperatures well above average, an extended dry spell, and escalating fire and drought risks, according to the latest forecast from News4JAX Meteorologist Katie Garner.
