Locally heavy rain and lightning remain weekend hazards

Jacksonville is in for extreme heat with feels-like temperatures reaching 100 to 105 degrees, alongside an increased chance of afternoon showers and storms through the weekend. No immediate tropical threats expected, but rain may bring drought relief.

Storms bring temporary relief as heat and humidity are set to surge

When the temps go up, your body has to work harder to keep cool, and that can change how much you want to eat. At the same time, we can lose up to two quarts of fluid an hour through sweat in extreme heat.

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The National Weather Service in Jacksonville is highlighting a significant increase in heat and humidity through the end of the week and into the weekend, with heat index values expected to climb into the dangerous range for many inland communities.

Thunderstorms expected to linger into the weekend

Meteorologist Katie Garner from News4JAX shares the latest Jacksonville forecast: hot weather with highs in the 90s, a chance of rain and storms, and an inside look at an on-air wardrobe mishap.

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Symptoms of dehydration can include extreme thirst, dry mouth, headache, fatigue, dizziness, racing heart, loss of appetite, dark colored urine, cramps, and flushed skin.

Outdoor football practices started Monday in one of the hottest weeks so far in the year.

With heat advisories still in effect across Northeast Florida, emergency crews in St. Johns County are keeping busy—not just with water rescues, but heat-related emergencies on the sand.

Naval Station Mayport said on Tuesday it was under “Black Flag” condition due to extreme heat. But what does “Black Flag” condition mean?

With an Extreme Heat Warning in effect and heat index values climbing between 103 and 113 degrees, outdoor crews across Jacksonville are doing everything they can to stay safe—and stay on the job.

With “feels like” temperatures ranging from 102 to 110 degrees through the afternoon today, the city of Jacksonville said it will be continuing the operation of its cooling centers on Monday.

A heat advisory is in effect from 11 a.m. through 7 p.m.

With sweltering temperatures expected to soar over the weekend, the city is opening cooling centers on Sunday, July 27.

Hot weather continues to permeate the Jacksonville area, and while we’ve been telling residents how to stay safe and cool, some professions, like firefighting, make it a little more difficult to accomplish.

Low chance for rain Sunday, Scattered Storms Monday

Jacksonville residents are facing another sweltering day as the National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory starting at 11 a.m. With temperatures soaring, city officials are urging everyone to take precautions and make use of the resources available to stay safe, including two designated cooling centers for anyone needing relief from the heat.

Isolated storms possible for some counties this weekend

City Rescue Mission will open its cooling centers due to the high temperatures forecasted over the coming days.

Heat Advisories possible, tracking the Tropics

Jacksonville and nearby areas are expected to experience hot temperatures and elevated rain chances through the July 4th weekend as a potential tropical system tracks across Florida. News4JAX's meteorologist covers how this may affect local fireworks and outdoor plans.

Weekend Forecast

Jacksonville is bracing for a stretch of high temperatures and increasing rain chances as a summer pattern sets in.

Dehydration is more common in the heat because our bodies sweat more to help stay cool, and the more we sweat, the more fluids we lose.

Feels like could be above 100 degrees for multiple days

Meteorologist Katie Garner from News4JAX's Weather Authority details the summer solstice forecast, expected high temperatures in the 90s, the potential for storms, and important safety advice for outdoor activities in Jacksonville.

Afternoon showers and high humidity are expected to continue across Jacksonville, driven by the Gulf and Atlantic sea breezes.

Summer starts Friday

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.

News4JAX's meteorologist breaks down what Jacksonville can expect through the weekend, with a focus on afternoon thunderstorms, rising temperatures, and a persistent summer weather pattern.

Jacksonville is in for a stretch of hot, humid days with temperatures near 92 degrees, a strong chance for pop-up storms, and important beach safety reminders. Get the latest from News4JAX The Weather Authority.

Scientists say 4 billion people, about half the world’s population, experienced at least one extra month of extreme heat because of human-caused climate change from May 2024 to May 2025.

News4JAX meteorologist Richard Nunn tracks severe thunderstorms and high heat in Jacksonville, with a potential cool down and lower rain chances expected over the weekend. See the latest on what to expect and when to plan your outdoor activities.

High temperatures remain in the 90s with high pressure

Much hotter weather is on the way

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Unseasonable warmth will begin on Wednesday and intensify through the weekend, with highs reaching the 90s for many inland areas across NE Florida and Georgia.

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On average, nearly half of all residential energy consumption in the U.S. is attributed to heating costs and 85% of adults report that their utility costs have gone up in recent years.

The National Weather Service says extreme heat is the leading cause of weather-related deaths, killing more people in the U.S. than any other weather phenomenon in 2023.

The city of Jacksonville is set to break ground on a new hypersonic testing facility on Monday.

Everywhere you go people are talking about the weather, wiping sweat from their brows. It’s truly been a hot, hot summer and we continue to talk about it everyday.

Dangerous feels-like temperatures remain until the evening after sunset for all of Southeast Georgia and Northeast Florida. Storms with heavy downpours will continue in Putnam, Flagler, and part of St. Johns counties until after sunset.

A poll from The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research finds that around 7 in 10 Americans say extreme heat has had a major or minor impact on their electricity bills in the past year, and a majority have seen a similar impact on their outdoor activities.

As the summer of 2024 blazes on, Jacksonville finds itself in the grip of incessant heat with temperatures soaring to 90 degrees or higher for an unbroken stretch of 28 days and counting.

It’s been unusually hot in Jacksonville, and pets are feeling it, too! The Jacksonville Humane Society is sharing tips on keeping pets safe and cool this summer.

Stay hydrated and indoors during this dangerous heat day

Temperatures remain in the low 90s with the feels like in the 100s and afternoon rain

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New study on "Urban Heat Index" shows majority of city is 8 degrees hotter than actual temperature. Around 11-thousand live under conditions that are 9 degrees hotter.

Have you ever noticed you feel more anxious or stressed when it gets really hot outside? Well, you’re not alone.

One of the hottest areas of Jacksonville is in the downtown core. Scientists say it’s hotter there because of building and paving material, lack of greenspace, and population density.

The 90s are in the forecast for Monday. Our high is 95, with the record set at 101 degrees—but while breaking temperature records isn’t in the cards, feels-like temperatures will make us feel like we’re around 110 degrees in some areas later today.

As the heat continues to hit us this summer, JEA is working to extend two, 20-inch chilled water mains.

The high heat we’re experiencing right now is considered a heat wave by the National Weather Service based on their definition which “is a period of abnormally hot weather generally lasting more than two days.”

Heat exhaustion or heatstroke can develop in a matter of minutes. And those aren't the only things to look out for. Six children have already died in hot cars this year.

Temperatures will have the feels like effect of 100 plus degrees

A heatwave is headed to the Central and Eastern portions of the United States next week with dangerous temperatures anticipated to be near or over 100 degrees.

As the temperature rises, so does the risk of heat-related illnesses -- and certain medications can make a person even more vulnerable when it's hot outside.

Increasing Afternoon Highs and Rain Chances Through the End of the Week

Heat-related illnesses can happen to anyone, even if you’re used to this Florida heat.

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Excessive Heat Looms over NE FL and SE GA

To help children stay in the game and keep cool, Dr. Richard So, a pediatrician with Cleveland Clinic Children’s, suggests hydrating long before they take the field.

Monday featured an Excessive Heat Warning for much of the area, with a Heat Advisory for areas to the north and south. But what’s the difference between the heat alerts? And which one is worse?

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Isolated thunderstorms and dangerous temperatures persist Sunday

AAA has tips for drivers to make sure cars are in great shape during these dangerously high temperatures.

Feels like temperatures this afternoon will be at or above 105°.

One of our hottest weeks yet

Tonight: Showers and isolated storms through 10 p.m. Partly cloudy and mild overnight with patchy areas of dense fog inland.

This will be the second true “heatwave” of the summer, and will likely result in Heat Advisories and feels like temperatures above 105° in the afternoon.

If you’re tired of the extreme heat, it’s probably best to get ready for some more because it’s likely not going anywhere any time soon.

Scientists say global heat that inched into worrisome new territory this week is a clear example of how pollutants released by humans are warming their environment.

The heat has been on the past several days, and more warmth is on the way. It’s all courtesy of an expanding heat dome lifting north and east. But, what exactly is a heat dome?

Jacksonville went under its first heat advisory of the summer Tuesday. The air temp was 98 degrees. The heat index: was 110 degrees, that's the top 25 hottest heat index for the month of June, according to Chief Meteorologist Richard Nunn.

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With temperatures seemingly stuck in the 90s this week, it’s important to understand that unless you’re careful, the heat can get the better of you.

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December is the month of holiday decorations, spending time with family and friends, and the return of sweatshirt weather.

Doctors at a 24-hour animal critical care center in Jacksonville say they’re seeing an increase in the number of dogs suffering from heat stroke coming into the emergency room.

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As the Jacksonville area deals with triple-digit temperatures and high humidity, people are trying to find ways to beat the heat.

You might get a bit steamed when you open your electric bill after these days of hot temperatures.

With a heat advisory in effect from noon to 8 p.m. Thursday, the city of Jacksonville has multiple locations open to the public that offer air conditioning or other ways to cool off in extreme heat.

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Our highest feel-like afternoon temperature was only 99 degrees before this week. But so far this week, that number has hit triple digits every afternoon.

Firefighters already work in extreme conditions, but hot weather makes it much tougher.

These temps can be dangerous for those susceptible to heat.

Consumer Reports’ food-safety experts reveal some simple tips to save your food and keep your cool.

Patchy fog possible this morning.  Becoming partly cloudy as high pressure to our north continues the onshore flow from the Atlantic with the sea breeze moving well inland through the day.