Jacksonville Prepares for Arctic Blast: Extreme Cold and Freeze Warnings Announced

Jacksonville is bracing for one of its coldest spells this season. An Arctic air mass is set to sweep through, bringing severe cold and freeze warnings to the area.

Cold Weather Alerts for Jacksonville

Several advisories are in effect:

• Extreme Cold Warning: 9 p.m. to 10 a.m. Sunday
• Freeze Warning: 7 p.m. to 11 a.m. Sunday
• Wind Advisory: 3 p.m. until 7 a.m. Sunday

These warnings encompass nearly the entire region, impacting areas from inland Georgia to the Jacksonville coast.

Impact of Wind and Temperature

Wind gusts are expected to reach 40 to 50 mph, especially in coastal and exposed regions. These powerful winds will develop around 4 p.m. and peak in the late evening.

Residents should be cautious, as gusts could damage trees and cause power outages. Secure any loose items outside to prevent them from becoming projectiles.

Temperature Drops and Wind Chills

Current temperatures are in the 40s, but they will plummet overnight. By early morning, many areas will see lows in the teens and 20s:

• Middleburg, Macclenny, Live Oak, Palatka, Gainesville: low 20s to teens
• Jacksonville: lows near 20 degrees
• Beaches: mid 20s

Wind chills will create an even more frigid experience, with feelings as low as the single digits. These low temperatures are expected to persist through Monday and into Tuesday.

Weather Forecast Overview

This extreme cold is driven by a low-pressure system off the Carolina coast, funneling Arctic air into the region. Although conditions will remain mainly dry, the cold will be unyielding for several days.

Day-by-Day Forecast

Residents are encouraged to stay updated with local weather reports and check for tips on protecting their homes during this deep freeze.