Good morning, Jacksonville. We’re entering a very active stretch of weather across Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia as deep tropical moisture surges northward into the region. A high risk for rip currents continues at the Northeast Florida beaches, with a moderate risk along the Southeast Georgia coast, so beachgoers should use extreme caution and stay near lifeguards. Inland this afternoon and evening, scattered thunderstorms are expected to develop, especially along and west of the U.S. 301 corridor. Some storms will produce very heavy downpours, frequent lightning, and localized flooding in poor drainage and urban areas. Temperatures will climb into the lower 90s today, but with high humidity, it will feel more like the upper 90s to near 105 degrees at times.
Looking ahead, waves of showers and thunderstorms will begin overspreading the area from south to north starting Thursday and continuing through at least Tuesday. A rich tropical moisture feed from the Gulf will support repeated rounds of heavy rainfall, with widespread totals of 2 to 4 inches expected and isolated amounts over 5 inches possible. While this rain will be beneficial overall, repeated heavy downpours could lead to localized flooding concerns, especially in flood-prone and low-lying locations. Stronger storms Thursday afternoon may also impact areas along the I-95 corridor with gusty winds and torrential rain.
The unsettled weather pattern is expected to persist through the weekend and into early next week as a stalled frontal boundary remains north of the area and upper-level disturbances move overhead. Expect periods of showers and thunderstorms each day, along with cloudy skies and slightly cooler temperatures by early next week. Until then, conditions will remain hot, humid, and stormy, so keep the umbrella nearby, stay hydrated, and remain weather aware if you have outdoor plans.