{"id":804925,"date":"2026-05-18T11:16:14","date_gmt":"2026-05-18T11:16:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/804925\/"},"modified":"2026-05-18T11:16:14","modified_gmt":"2026-05-18T11:16:14","slug":"sunny-skies-and-soaring-temperatures-what-to-expect-this-week","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/804925\/","title":{"rendered":"Sunny skies and soaring temperatures\u2014what to expect this week"},"content":{"rendered":"

JACKSONVILLE, Fla.<\/strong> \u2013 Good morning! If you\u2019re hoping for sunshine and a good excuse to get outside, Jacksonville is delivering just that. We\u2019re waking up to calm, clear skies with those blissful 60s and 70s first thing\u2014even Riverside is feeling fantastic!<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t be surprised when things start to heat up by mid-afternoon. <\/p>\n

We\u2019re looking at a 16-degree jump between 7 a.m. and 3 p.m., with highs expected around 87 degrees today. <\/p>\n

So, if you\u2019re planning a sunrise walk or maybe feeling tempted to be just a little late getting in from the beach, I can\u2019t say I\u2019d blame you.<\/p>\n

Temperatures will continue climbing as the week goes on. By Thursday and Friday, you\u2019re likely to see those highs push right up to 89 or even 90 degrees. <\/p>\n

That\u2019s toasty, but about what we expect this time of year!<\/p>\n

There\u2019s only about a 5% shot at a shower today, and looking at Exact Track 4D radar, Jacksonville will stay dry through Thursday. Our rain chances don\u2019t really rise until we hit the weekend, and even then, we\u2019re just talking about scattered, not soaking, showers.<\/p>\n

Fire danger: Please use caution<\/b><\/p>\n

As much as I wish I could say go out and enjoy a fire pit tonight, I can\u2019t in good conscience recommend it. <\/p>\n

Wind gusts are hitting the teens, and with all this dry weather, fire danger is up.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re a smoker, please make sure to properly put out those cigarettes\u2014every little bit helps keep our community safe.<\/p>\n

I get so many emails about fire pits. Trust me, I love one as much as anyone, but right now it\u2019s just not the best idea.<\/p>\n

Watch those paws in the afternoon<\/b><\/p>\n

By 2 p.m., we\u2019re expected to be near 87 degrees, and those sidewalks get hot! <\/p>\n

If you\u2019re walking your dog, try to do it early or stick to grassy areas. I\u2019ve been there with my own pup\u2014it\u2019s just not worth risking burned paws.<\/p>\n

The best dog walks this week are in the early morning before things heat up.<\/p>\n

Looking ahead this week<\/b><\/p>\n

Most days through Thursday are forecast to be mostly clear and warm\u2014highs around 87 to 89 degrees, lows in the low 70s. <\/p>\n

Rain chances are only expected to reach 20% by late week, with a bump to 30% or 40% over the weekend, bringing more scattered activity.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re out and about and want to share your weather photos and pets soaking up the sunshine, send them over at SnapJAX<\/a>. I always love seeing your sunrise views!<\/p>\n

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