News Summary
This weekend, Jacksonville faced its chilliest morning of 2025, with temperatures plunging to an unofficial low of 27 degrees. Residents are reminded that winter weather is still a possibility for this usually warm coastal city. With various days already hitting freezing, the unpredictability of Jacksonville’s winter weather is evident, prompting locals to bundle up against the cold. In the upcoming days, while sunny skies are expected, temperatures will remain below normal before a warmer weekend ahead.
Jacksonville Shivers Through Coldest Morning of 2025!
Jacksonville, known for its sunny skies and warm weather, experienced a rather chilly twist this weekend. Sunday morning recorded an unofficial low of 27 degrees, making it the coldest morning the city has felt in 2025! This astonishing drop has residents bundling up and reaching for their winter coats.
A Look at Jacksonville’s January Chill
Since the start of the year, Jacksonville International Airport has registered a total of eight days with morning temperatures dipping to or below freezing. It’s a stark reminder that winter isn’t just a distant memory for this coastal city. Here’s a quick dive into the temperature breakdown for January:
- January 3: 32 degrees
- January 5: 32 degrees
- January 7: 30 degrees
- January 8: 28 degrees (this was the coldest since January 21, 2024)
- January 9: 29 degrees
- January 10: 29 degrees
- January 11: 31 degrees
- January 12: 27 degrees (*unofficial)
The cold snap has certainly been felt, and as residents wrap up in layers, it’s also sparked discussions about the weather’s unpredictability this time of year.
What’s Next for Jacksonville Weather?
As if the frigid weather wasn’t enough, the next day promises an interesting mix. Jacksonville can expect plenty of bright sunshine following this icy morning. However, while the sun might be shining, temperatures are still expected to hang out below the norm, with highs as low as the mid-to-upper 50s.
Windy conditions that have accompanied the cold will ease up slightly, offering a bit of comfort as outdoor plans resume. Overnight, temperatures will dip into the 30s to 40s as rain makes its way in from the Gulf of Mexico. No snow or sleet to worry about for now, as temperatures are projected to stay above freezing, keeping any frozen precipitation at bay.
Brace for Another Cold Week
After the rain passes, Jacksonville will see a return to chilly days, with another birth of cold air sweeping through. This means the city will need to prepare for more layers and warm drinks as the temperatures continue to chill.
But here’s some good news for residents longing for warmer days: By the end of the week, specifically on Friday, January 17, temperatures are predicted to bounce back into the 70s! So, hang tight, Jacksonville, as that sun returns and the temperatures rise, allowing everyone to put away their winter woolies at last!
Stay warm, stay safe, and keep an eye on the weather updates to navigate through these brisk days effectively! Jacksonville’s weather may be unpredictable, but one thing’s for sure: there’s never a dull day in the Sunshine State!
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