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Labor Day Weekend Showers Expected Across Florida
Floridians hoping for sunshine this Labor Day weekend may be disappointed, as forecasters predict scattered showers and thunderstorms across the state. While not expected to be heavy, the persistent rain could put a damper on holiday barbecues, beach trips, and other outdoor activities.
Starting Friday, rainfall is expected statewide, with northern and southeastern regions potentially seeing over an inch. While this shouldn’t cause flooding, it could lead to travel delays and event cancellations.
The rain will continue into Saturday, impacting areas like Miami and Jacksonville. By Sunday, the heavier rainfall shifts towards central and northern Florida, with Orlando and Jacksonville potentially seeing an inch or more.
The wet weather could also impact several sporting events, including the highly anticipated Florida State vs. Alabama college football game scheduled for Friday afternoon in Tallahassee.
While temperatures are expected to be in the mid-80s, forecasters predict cloudy skies and passing showers throughout the game. Saturday’s SEC vs.
ACC showdown may also be affected by the persistent rain.
In a rare occurrence for this time of year, no hurricanes are currently threatening Florida for the holiday weekend. Labor Day weekend typically falls during the peak of hurricane season and has historically seen significant storm activity. For instance, Hurricane Katrina made landfall the week before Labor Day in 2005, and the devastating Labor Day Hurricane of 1935, the strongest storm to ever hit the U.S., struck on Labor Day itself, causing widespread damage and loss of life in the Florida Keys.