JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – The area will be in the mid 90s today with a sizzling heat wave to last beyond the weekend.
With temperatures set to reach 96 degrees, this could tie a record high for today.
The upcoming weather forecast suggests that from lunchtime, temperatures will soar into the 90s, with a high of 96 degrees.
Westward winds at 8 mph will push the heat even to our coastal areas, making for some very hot conditions.
Lack of rain until next Thursday
One thing missing from the forecast is rain, with none expected until at least next Thursday, with a potential cold front arrival.
This dry spell keeps the area parched, but with last weekend’s rain, the region has a bit of moisture stored up.
Boaters can enjoy light winds and sunshine without worrying about being chased away by thunderstorms.
Historical context and patterns
Interestingly, the early May heat isn’t completely out of the ordinary.
Last year, Jacksonville experienced similar temperatures a week earlier.
Typically, the area averages around 82 days a year with temperatures over 90 degrees, a trend that this heat wave seems to be extending.