*As of Sep 9, 3 PM local time.*
Current Conditions and Alert
Residents in Nocatee are currently under a Rip Current Statement of moderate severity, which is expected to remain in effect. This alert highlights dangerous beach conditions where strong currents can pull swimmers away from shore.
Right now, the air temperature sits at 86F, but the oppressive humidity makes it feel like 99F. The relative humidity is at 79%, with a dew point of 79F, creating a muggy atmosphere. Winds are blowing from the east at 10 mph, with gusts reaching up to 17 mph. The sky remains mostly clear as of this afternoon.
Today and Tonight Forecast
Today, expect partly sunny skies with a high near 88F. Temperatures will drop slightly to around 86F in the afternoon. There is a 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms throughout the day. Winds will shift to the east around 14 mph, with gusts as high as 21 mph.
Tonight, conditions will turn partly cloudy with a low near 77F. A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms exists before 7pm, bringing the precipitation chance to 20%. Overnight, temperatures will rise slightly to around 78F. Winds will become southeast at 2 to 13 mph, with gusts up to 20 mph.
Tomorrow Outlook
Tomorrow brings hotter conditions with a high near 90F. The heat index is expected to reach as high as 102F, making it feel significantly warmer than the actual air temperature. Skies will be mostly sunny initially, but there is a chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. The precipitation chance rises to 40% by late day. Winds will be southeast at 2 to 9 mph.
