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Spring morning, summer afternoon: fire danger elevated in northeast Florida, southeast Georgia

Sunday’s high temperature could break a record set in 1935

Sunday lawn cast

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – If you’re stepping out early, you’ll notice a cool start—temps in the mid 50s to low 60s, with patchy fog and a few low clouds inland.

But don’t get used to it. By this afternoon, we flip right back to summer-like warmth. Highs will run well above average, about 10 degrees warmer than normal, landing in the mid-to-upper 80s for most spots, and a few locations could flirt with record highs.

The Atlantic sea breeze stays pinned to the coast late-day, allowing for a high rip current risk for the coastline of northeast Florida and a moderate risk for southeast Georgia beaches.

It’ll also be a bit windy at times: west to southwest winds 10–15 mph, with gusts near 20 mph. With dry air + gusty wind, we’ll have an elevated fire danger, so avoid outdoor burning and be careful with anything that can spark.

Tonight: mainly clear, though we may see a few low clouds sneak in from the Gulf late. Fog chances are pretty low overall.

Spring break ends for most

Monday remains warm with highs in the mid to upper 80s. On Monday night, a front moves in from the north, winds shift to northeast, and shower or storm chances increase.