Near-Record Highs Possible on Monday Before Cooldown

Temperatures in Jacksonville to approach 1952 record high before dropping later in the week

Mar. 22, 2026 at 7:36pm

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Monday will see near-record high temperatures in the mid to upper 80s in Jacksonville, Florida, before a cooldown arrives on Tuesday and Wednesday with highs only reaching the 60s and 70s. A slow-moving front and offshore disturbance will bring clouds, showers, and storms to the area during the midweek period.

Why it matters

The warm start to the week followed by a sharp cooldown is an example of the weather volatility Jacksonville has experienced as the region continues to grapple with an ongoing drought, with the area classified as being in "extreme" drought conditions.

The details

Temperatures on Monday are forecast to approach the record high of 89 degrees set in 1952 at Jacksonville International Airport, with highs expected in the mid to upper 80s under sunny skies. However, a slow-moving front and offshore disturbance will bring clouds, showers, and storms to the area on Tuesday and Wednesday, causing temperatures to plummet to the 60s and 70s - well below normal for this time of year.

  • Monday's high temperatures will approach the record of 89 degrees set in 1952.
  • Tuesday and Wednesday will see highs only reach the 60s and 70s as a front and offshore disturbance move through the area.
  • Temperatures will warm back into the 80s on Thursday through the upcoming weekend as high pressure builds back in.

The players

Jacksonville International Airport

The location where the record high of 89 degrees was set in 1952 that Monday's temperatures may approach.

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What’s next

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The takeaway

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