Florida Weather Alert: Jacksonville Faces Heavy Showers and Gusty Winds Today as January 2026 Turns Active

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Florida – Wind-driven showers sweep across northeast Florida this morning, tapping on windows and darkening highways as the new year’s first active weather pattern moves through. Palm fronds sway, puddles spread fast, and visibility drops at times.

According to the National Weather Service, rain remains likely through much of the day across the Jacksonville area, with occasional downpours and a chance for thunderstorms later. Rainfall totals generally stay under a quarter inch, though brief heavier bursts are possible. Gusty southwest winds could reach over 20 mph at times…

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