Wind gusts up to 30 mph and a steady northeast breeze continues to fan local wildfires. The current Red Flag Warning will expire, and a Fire Weather Watch is already in effect on Tuesday.
Near-seasonal temperatures will give way to another warming trend on Friday and this weekend. Dry weather prevails as Exceptional and Extreme Drought continue. Models suggest a slight chance of sea-breeze showers on Saturday and Sunday.
Tonight: Mostly clear with lighter winds. Smoke could reduce visibility in Putnam and Clinch counties tonight and Tuesday morning.
Tuesday: Possible smoke and visibility issues early. Becoming partly cloudy with near-seasonal temperatures. Morning lows in the 40s and 50s inland, 60s along the beaches. Afternoon highs in the 80s inland, 70s along the beaches. Wind: NE 10-15 mph.
Wednesday - Friday: A warming trend will develop by the end of the week. Morning lows in the 50s inland, 60s along the beaches. Afternoon highs in the 80s inland, 70s along the beaches. Wind: ESE 5-10 mph. Mostly clear overnight.
Looking ahead: Near-record highs with a slight chance of showers this weekend.
Sunrise: 6:53 a.m.
Sunset: 7:58 p.m.