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As we usher in the Thanksgiving weekend, residents of Jacksonville and surrounding areas are bracing for a sharp drop in temperatures that feels more reminiscent of January chills. This cold snap serves as a reminder to bundle up and also to consider the well-being of pets and delicate plants during the cold spell.
In response to the impending frigid conditions, the First Coast News Weather Team has announced a Weather Impact Alert for Friday and Saturday mornings. This alert highlights the anticipated freezing temperatures and brisk wind chills that could affect the region.
Friday morning is expected to bring particularly biting conditions, with wind chills plummeting into the 20s, stretching all the way to the coastal areas. Additionally, those residing north and west of Jacksonville should prepare for a possible inland freeze.
As Saturday dawns, the influence of polar high pressure will usher in lighter winds, setting the stage for widespread inland frost. This will be particularly evident west of Highway 17 and across inland Southeast Georgia, west of I-95. However, relief is on the horizon as the polar air mass is predicted to move out by Saturday afternoon, ushering in more temperate highs near 70 degrees.
WHEN: Expect the cold snap to be most pronounced on Friday and Saturday mornings.
IMPACTS: Wind chills and inland freezes and frosts
NEED: Wear winter coats, layer up and protect people, pets and plants.Â
