JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — This morning is dry and very warm with temperatures in the lower to middle 80s.
- Election Day will be a sizzler with highs in the upper 90s to near 100 before a few storms cool things down.
- Today’s record high in Jacksonville is 98°F. If rain holds off long enough, we could tie or break that record.
- Feels like temperatures will approach 110°F in many neighborhoods today. A few spots could briefly approach 113°F.
- Everyone should practice heat safety by staying hydrated and limiting outdoor work during the hottest part of the day.
- Afternoon storms should mainly be concentrated across northeast Florida today. They will be capable of torrential rainfall, numerous lightning strikes, and gusty winds.
- Wednesday will be similar with temperatures and afternoon storm chances.
- Some afternoon storms are likely each day over the next week.
- The Jags preseason game Friday will feature hot afternoon temperatures in the 90s (feels like 100s) but likely cooler by the game due to showers and thunderstorms.
TROPICS:
- Nothing.
TODAY: Very hot with a few heavy afternoon storms. HIGH: 96 (Record: 98 - 1954)
TONIGHT: A storm or two early, then warm and partly cloudy. LOW: 77
WEDNESDAY: Very hot with scattered afternoon storms. 77/96 (Record: 99 - 1900)
THURSDAY: Very hot with a few afternoon storms. 76/97
FRIDAY: Hot with scattered afternoon storms. 76/95
SATURDAY: Partly cloudy with a few afternoon storms. 75/93
SUNDAY: Partly cloudy with an isolated afternoon storm. 75/92
MONDAY: Partly cloudy with an isolated afternoon storm. 74/93
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