Cloudy skies blanket most of Florida Thursday as a notable temperature gradient stretches across the state. Jacksonville experiences the coolest conditions at 62 degrees with overcast skies and light winds up to 10 mph. Miami leads the state with the warmest temperatures reaching 75 degrees, though clouds persist with stronger winds gusting up to 23 mph.
Temperature variations paint a clear picture of Florida’s diverse climate zones today. Miami maintains steady conditions with both high and low temperatures holding at 75 degrees under cloudy skies and 58 percent humidity. Tampa enjoys clear sunshine with temperatures reaching 70 degrees and the lowest humidity statewide at 46 percent. Orlando sits in the middle range with cloudy conditions, temperatures peaking at 67 degrees, and moderate humidity at 62 percent.
The extended forecast shows a warming trend developing across central and northern Florida through the weekend. Orlando temperatures will climb dramatically from today’s 67 degrees to 82 degrees by Sunday and Monday before cooling to 76 degrees Tuesday. Tampa follows a similar pattern, rising from today’s 70 degrees to 77 degrees Monday. Miami remains the most stable with temperatures hovering between 74-76 degrees through Tuesday, though Friday brings a 47 percent chance of rain with expected precipitation of 4.5mm.
Floridians should prepare for significant temperature swings in the coming days, particularly in central regions. Those in Orlando and surrounding areas can expect a 15-degree temperature jump by the weekend, making it ideal weather for outdoor activities Saturday through Monday. Miami residents should keep umbrellas handy Friday as the only meaningful rain chance statewide approaches with nearly half an inch of expected rainfall.