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Severe Thunderstorm, Hail, Flood Risk For North Florida

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, Florida – The National Service Storm Prediction Center has issued a severe outlook for , due to the risk of severe thunderstorms across northeast Florida on Saturday, May 10, 2025. The forecast warns of potentially hazardous conditions continuing through the weekend.

Afternoon and Evening Storm Risks

According to NWS , strong to isolated severe thunderstorms are possible each afternoon and evening from Saturday through Monday.

Storm coverage on Saturday afternoon and evening should be greater along the Interstate 95 corridor in northeast Florida.

Stronger storms will be capable of producing:

  • Damaging winds (40-60 mph), capable of impacting structures and trees.
  • Hail, posing risks to property and vehicles.
  • Heavy downpours, which may lead to localized flooding in areas already saturated from recent rainfall.
  • Frequent lightning strikes, which may be fatal to people and pets who remain outside.
Jacksonville Severe Weather Forecast for May 10-12, 2025.

Flood Risk

According to the National Weather Service in Jacksonville, a stalled front across North Florida will trigger waves of heavy rainfall through at least Monday, May 12, 2025.

National Weather Service Jacksonville Heavy Rainfall amounts over North Florida.

With 4 to 8 inches of rain forecast across much of Southeast Georgia and Northeast Florida through early next week, and localized amounts up to 10 inches possible, the risk of flooding is significant. The NWS has noted a Marginal Risk (Level 1/4) of excessive rainfall through Saturday, increasing to a Slight Risk (Level 2/4) on Sunday and Monday, particularly in areas like Jacksonville. Residents should avoid driving through flooded areas and prepare for potential impacts of an atmospheric river.

National Weather Service Jacksonville Weather Radar for North Florida

Jacksonville Weather Forecast

Saturday
Showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 1pm. High near 83. East wind 5 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts between three quarters and one inch possible.
Saturday Night
Showers and thunderstorms, mainly before 1am. Low around 67. East wind 8 to 11 mph becoming southeast after midnight. Winds could gust as high as 17 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%.
Sunday
A chance of showers and thunderstorms, then showers and possibly a thunderstorm after 7am. High near 81. Southeast wind 7 to 9 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%.
Sunday Night
Showers and thunderstorms likely, then showers and possibly a thunderstorm after 11pm. Low around 70. Chance of precipitation is 80%.
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