JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – A familiar summer pattern returns to Florida Thursday, bringing afternoon storm chances and temperatures that will feel right at home for mid-July.
The main driver of storm activity this week will be the classic sea breeze — that daily push of cooler air off the ocean that collides with Florida’s hot, humid air inland and sparks afternoon thunderstorms.
Storms most likely in Northeast Florida
The best chance for rain and storms will be across Northeast Florida, where an easterly wind off the Atlantic. If you’re near the coast in that area, expect the typical buildup of clouds and storms during the afternoon hours Thursday and Friday.
Highs will stay close to normal for this time of year in the low to mid 90s.
Looking ahead
Forecasters are keeping a close eye on a weather system developing over the Florida peninsula and the eastern Gulf. How that system evolves over the coming days will play a role in determining storm coverage heading into next week. Stay tuned for updates as the forecast comes into better focus.
For now, the bottom line is simple: if you’re heading outside Thursday or Friday, plan around afternoon storms and keep an eye on the sky — especially in Northeast Florida.