Meteorologist Katie Garner warns Jacksonville area about ongoing severe drought, heightened fire risk, warm temperatures in the 80s and 90s, and reduced visibility due to smoke. Water conservation and fire safety are top priorities this week.

For the first full day of spring, you can expect above-normal highs, abundant blue skies, and over 12 hours of sunlight after a beautiful sunrise.

Cold weather brings freeze and frost alerts to Jacksonville, but warmer temps are expected by the weekend. Drought and fire danger remain topics of concern, says Meteorologist Katie Garner.

Rain is finally on the way for Jacksonville, with showers forecast to bring relief to ongoing drought and fire danger. Highs climb into the 90s before wet weather cools things down.

Across the board, we are seeing temps in the mid to upper 60s before breakfast, with highs expected to climb near 90. If you’re itching for a break from winter, Mother Nature is definitely delivering some heat this week.

After the past few mornings of freezing temperatures, today we’ll start a warming trend.

Another Freeze Watch as a cold front approaches the region

Go for a light layer or jacket this morning. You’ll likely be able to peel it off by the afternoon, especially the closer you are to the water. It’s breezy, too, with wind gusts in the teens and 20s, so if you’re sensitive to wind chill, definitely bundle up a bit.

Potential for flooding during high tides through Thursday

News4JAX's meteorologist Katie Garner reports sunshine and warmer temperatures for Jacksonville game day, with lingering coastal hazards and a mainly dry week ahead.

Jacksonville kicks off Monday with dry weather, but showers and pop-up storms are expected by afternoon. News4JAX's meteorologist shares what to expect and updates on Hurricane Gabrielle with no direct local threat, plus a look at the tropical outlook.

Tropical Storm Gabrielle moves toward Bermuda, two disturbances remain

News4JAX shares a sunny and mild forecast for Jacksonville, with a dry day ahead, continued coastal flood advisory, and warm temperatures expected through the weekend.

Jacksonville faces continued windy conditions along the coast with strong gusts, a chance of showers and storms, and warmer temperatures expected later in the week, according to News4JAX's meteorologist and The Weather Authority's Exact Track 4D forecast.

Jacksonville is facing a wet and stormy holiday weekend as The Weather Authority forecasts several days of rain, thunderstorms, and lower temperatures. Discover the latest predictions, temperature outlook, and tips for making the most of your plans.

Hurricane Erin brings dangerous rip currents and high surf to Jacksonville beaches, with the Outer Banks under evacuation and local forecasts showing continued hot weather.

Fires, floods, hurricanes and tornadoes are all dangerous, but did you know that extreme heat kills more people in the U.S. than any other weather event?

Jacksonville is expected to see widespread rain and scattered storms today, with the greatest storm risk to the north and high temperatures making for steamy afternoons.

Feels like could be above 100 degrees for multiple days

Jacksonville area braces for another week of hot temps in the 90s along with scattered afternoon showers. News4JAX’s meteorologist provides the latest look at who’s getting rain and when, plus tips for staying safe at the beach and planning your week.

We have temps in the 80s and rain and storms on the way

Rain moves in mid-week through this weekend. Buckle up!

Mother’s Day weekend could be filled with storms

A light breeze will make it feel more comfortable along the coast

Stay hydrated, and that goes for your kids and pets too! :)

No rain is in the forecast for the weekend

the sun is certainly SHINING

Weekend wardrobe changes

Much colder temperatures are on the way

Get the latest weather updates, including fog conditions and temperature forecasts, from News4JAX and The Weather Authority.

Stay updated with the latest Jacksonville weather forecast including temperatures, cloud cover, and upcoming trends.

Daily weather forecast for the area with updates on temperature and rain expectations.

A little cloud cover to start, but mild temps and sunshine are on the way!

Temperatures will be above average after a cold front moves through

Warming trend next week

Expert tips to safeguard your home in freezing temperatures.

Another Cold Front is on the way, Colder Temperatures Too

Temperature and Wardrobe Changes on the Way

The more you eat, the warmer you feel, which is great because mornings will be cool!

Temperatures warming up, and fog is an issue for a few of you

Highs in the 70's, a great night for Football

Another hot day today in the mid 90s area wide will help to fire up numerous heavy storms this afternoon and evening.

Showers taper off, muggy evening ahead

Heat Indexes in 95 to 100 F

High heat index will be a factor

Spring is in full bloom today!

Now that the rain is gone, your Saturday will be dry with a nice warm up.

Memphis’ water company has lifted a boil-water advisory for more than 600,000 people that was in place for five days due to freezing temperatures that caused pipes to break throughout the southern city.

After a weekend of freezing temperatures, the work week begins with normal seasonal temperatures followed by an above-average warm-up.

Clouds roll in, rain and wind on tap for Friday

Sweater weather returns, plants and pets will need some protection too

Midweek widespread storms likely

An early cold snap will see temperatures drop dramatically across the Nation and into the Southeast by the weekend,

Waking up to temperatures in the upper 60s and low 70s. Calm conditions and clear skies with patchy fog possible this morning.Mostly sunny skies early then turning partly cloudy as the sea breeze picks up. Afternoon highs in the upper 80s to low 90s. Wind ENE 5-15 mph.Looking ahead: The Summer sizzle returns with highs in the mid to upper 90s by midweek.Sunrise: 7:05 amSunset: 7:47 pm

A Great night to Grill Out, Labor Day too

Cooler under cloudy skies today, rain returns tomorrow

Windchill this morning, Freezing temperatures early Thursday

Sunday evening temperatures drop into the low 60s by midnight, with mostly clear skies and light wind.

Sunday temperatures drop near the mid 60s by midnight, with calm winds and mostly clear skies.

Sunday evening temperatures drop in the mid to low 40s, with light winds and clouds.

Sunday overnight temperatures drop to the low to mid 30s.

Saturday evening into Sunday morning frigid temperatures stays constant and a hard freeze warning remains in effect until December 25th at 9 am.

Sunday evening brings more pleasant weather. It will be partly cloudy with little to no chance for rain.

Sunday evening the temperatures will drop to the mid 60s and remain there until Monday morning.

Sunday evening expect temperatures to drop into the low 60s

A slower start to our stormy weather, temperatures will still sizzle.  Feels Like temperatures will range from 100-105 degrees.  Showers and storms will get a later start today with less overall coverage.  Locally heavy rainfall, isolated flooding and strong wind gusts remain the main hazards.

We’re moving back to seasonal temperatures this week with rain chances on the climb.

Another great day to let Mother Nature in!  Temperatures will average a little above normal today along our beaches and inland.  The best part is the air is dry.

More than 25,000 residential fires are associated with the use of space heaters every year.

Happy Sunday! Below average temperatures will continue through the weekend.

Happy Saturday! We’re off to a mild start in the upper 50s low 60s with light winds.

We’re off to a chilly start this morning so make sure to grab that jacket before stepping outside. Sunday will warm up into the mid to upper 50s once again with a few clouds filling our skies through the afternoon. Winds will be light out of the west 5-10 mpg but will increase the 8-13 mph this afternoon. Seasonal temperatures in the 60s will return Monday with mostly sunny skies. Temperatures will steadily increase into the low 70s by the end of the week.

Today was cloudier and mild, with temperatures topping out in the low 70s and a few passing light showers. Thursday will be warm and partly cloudy, with temperatures topping out in the upper 70s. Winds will be out of the south between 7-12 mph. There is only a small chance for an isolated shower, mainly over inland areas to the north of I-10. For New Year’s Eve we will be around 65°

The Freeze Watch may need to be expanded just slightly further South and East as models show widespread near freezing to below freezing temperatures. Inland Freeze and Frost...Tonight clearing skies with lows in the low 30s inland southeast Georgia, upper 30s along the Isles. Inland northeast Florida will wake up to low to mid 30s inland, mid 30s to low 40s I-95 to the beaches. Freezing temperatures expected overnight. Wake up temperatures in the upper 20s to 30s inland, 30s to low 40s I-95 to the beaches.

The Nor’easter is in place and we’re definitely feeling the effects with winds out of the northeast at 20-25 mph and temperatures in the mid to upper 60s inland and low 70s along the coast. * Wind Advisory: coastal Duval, coastal Nassau, coastal St. Johns and coastal Flagler counties from noon Sunday until 6 p.m. Monday. Northeast winds increasing to 25 to 35 mph with peak wind gusts of 45 to 55 mph at times through Monday. * High Surf Advisory: Southeast Georgia and Northeast Florida Beaches until 6 p.m. Monday. For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 8 to 12 feet For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents.