JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – If you were having a tough time getting out the door this morning, you weren’t alone. I’m seeing some pretty dense fog stretching across Jacksonville and nearby areas, and, trust me, my own drive in was a little nerve-racking.
We’re under a fog advisory until 9 a.m., and visibility is already down in a lot of neighborhoods. Spots like Green Cove Springs, Palatka, Palm Coast, Orange Park, Macclenny, Gainesville, Lake City, and even up into Waycross are dealing with reduced visibility.
Just a friendly reminder: Please turn your headlights on low beams—even if it seems light out—and take it slow if you’re out on the roads. I noticed this myself: some drivers are still forgetting to turn their lights on, and that really adds to the risk in low-visibility areas. Jacksonville’s numbers for visibility are a little off on the maps this morning, but it’s safe to say things are foggy out there.
Warm weather and dry days ahead
Now for the good news—if you love sunshine! After the fog burns off, we’re headed for a big warm-up across the region. Highs are expected to reach up to 80 degrees by the end of the week, which is well above our average of 66 degrees.
You’ll notice a gradual climb: temperatures moving from the mid-70s Tuesday through Thursday, and then peaking around 80 by Friday. I double-checked on Exact Track 4D and radar is crystal clear right now. Dry weather is in the forecast for the next several days, so if you’ve got outdoor plans, you’re in the clear!
Golfers and anyone headed outside—enjoy the mild 50s and 60s through the early part of the day, with no weather interruptions for your activities.
Drought concerns and slim rain chances
With all this sunshine, there’s a tradeoff. Our drought monitor shows that we could really use some rain, even if you’re personally loving these dry days.
Rain chances stay slim to none most of the week—a slight bump to about 5 percent for a stray, light shower, and then a minor uptick to 20 percent by Saturday and Sunday. Any showers that do pop up aren’t expected to be enough to make a real dent in our dry spell.
I’ll be keeping you posted if our pattern takes a wetter turn. And, as always, you can help us track changing conditions—share your weather photos or foggy morning shots at SnapJAX.