Jacksonville Coast On Edge As Howling Winds Turn Surf Life-Threatening

Jacksonville rolled into Monday under a blanket of mostly cloudy skies, upper 60s warmth and air so muggy it felt close to saturation. Showers are expected to develop after 11 a.m. Monday, April 6, with the temperature peaking near 72°F before sliding into the mid 60s by late afternoon. Northerly winds will strengthen through the day with gusts into the 20s, and the beaches are set to stay rough and hazardous through midweek.

Afternoon Rain And A Sloppy Commute

Rain showers are most likely after 11 a.m. Monday, April 6, setting up a damp afternoon commute. Drivers can expect pockets of steady light rain and about a 60% chance of precipitation through early evening. Highs should top out near 72°F, then fall into the mid 60s later in the day, with new rainfall amounts generally between a tenth and a quarter of an inch. North winds of 6-17 mph will turn breezy inland and even gustier along the coast, which means slick bridges and some extra pushback for walkers and cyclists.

Beach And Boating Hazards

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