JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – If you’ve been enjoying a few dry days, get ready for a change. A high-pressure system has kept us dry, but a new low-pressure system is about to shake things up.
I’m tracking a 10% chance of rain tomorrow, mostly north of us in Georgia. By Friday, things really start to change in Jacksonville as rain is forecast to move in. The wet weather is expected to stick around through Saturday and Sunday, so keep your umbrellas handy!
The heaviest rain looks likely on Saturday—our Exact Track 4D radar is already picking up signs of this front and we’ll be keeping a close eye as it approaches.
If you have weekend plans—like those Jags games or holiday shopping sprees—just know you might need to dodge a few raindrops. If you spot something interesting out there, share your weather photos at SnapJAX!
Current conditions
This morning we woke up to 53 degrees in Jacksonville with a light north breeze around 3 mph, and it feels like 53. Areas in Georgia are sitting in the 40s, while our coastal spots are enjoying the upper 50s to near 60.
Radar is showing clear skies for the next couple of days, so today’s a wonderful one to get outside if you’re able. Plan on a high close to 65 degrees for Jacksonville—if you’re on the coast, look for low 60s with double-digit wind gusts. Hourly temperatures won’t reach the 60s until around noon.
Our average high for this time of year is 70, and we’re not falling too far below that. If you’re heading outdoors, the rip current risk is in the moderate range. Golfers, you’ll have decent weather for your tee times, and for the kids, playground time looks mostly comfy—temps should climb from the upper 40s up to mid-60s.
Holiday timing and rain deficit
I know it’s 22 days till Christmas, and everyone’s thinking about shopping, travel, and all that comes with the season. While this burst of rain may not have the best timing for holiday outings or the big Jags game, we actually do need the moisture.
Jacksonville saw no measurable rain for the entire month of November—something that doesn’t happen often and has left us with a sizeable rainfall deficit. Even with rain on the way, it likely won’t be enough to erase that shortfall, but it’s a start.