SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) – Christmas Day will be sunny, warm, and dry across the area as high pressure dominates. Afternoon temperatures are expected to run well above average, making it ideal for outdoor activities. Winds will remain light, and there is no rain in the forecast.
Fog Alert: Late tonight into Friday morning, inland areas away from the coast may see fog, with some spots experiencing locally dense fog at sunrise. It should clear quickly after daybreak. This foggy morning, sunny afternoon pattern is expected to continue through the weekend.
Weekend Outlook (Friday–Sunday):
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Daytime highs: Upper 70s
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Overnight lows: Gradually cooling into the 50s
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Skies: Mostly clear
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Rain chances: Very low
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Winds: Light
Early Next Week: A strong cold front will sweep across Florida on Monday. Rain will be limited, but colder air will move in behind the front.
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Monday night–Tuesday morning: Lows may drop into the mid to upper 50s along the Suncoast
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Tuesday daytime highs: Only in the low 60s with brisk north to northwest winds
Marine Conditions: Calm seas and light winds through the weekend. Winds turn northerly early next week with cooler, drier air. Advisories may be needed after the front passes.
National Weather: Heavy rain and flash flooding continue in Southern California, while the Northeast, Great Lakes, and Sierra Nevada face snow and mixed winter weather, impacting holiday travel.
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