JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Summerlike day ahead with highs in the 80s across inland northeast Florida, southeast Georgia, mid-to-upper 70s along the coast. Rising temperatures, along with sea breeze convergence, could spark a few afternoon showers/isolated thunderstorms. Never fear; the fair will go on! Sunscreen, hats, and a steel stomach will be key for a fun opening day.
Above normal temperatures continue through Easter
80 degree weather sticks around through the beginning of the Easter weekend with increasing chances of afternoon storms by late Sunday ahead of a spring cold front. Temperatures will drop to at/below normal beginning of next week.
Little drought relief in the forecast
Extreme and exceptional drought continues in our region. The updated map was release this morning showing more of our area in the exceptional range - the highest level.
Drought Monitor
The upcoming front should bring .5-1″ of rain to the area by mid-next week, providing little relief.
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Michelle McCormick joined News4Jax in December 2023 and in February 2024, she happily accepted the opportunity to officially join the News4Jax Weather Authority team as the weekend morning meteorologist. She is a member of both the American Meteorological Society and National Weather Association.