Florida Braces for Extreme North–South Temperature Split Monday Morning, With Lows Ranging From the 20s to Upper 60s
FLORIDA — A sharp surge of cold air will sweep across the state early Monday, creating a dramatic temperature divide between northern and southern Florida. Forecast maps show minimum lows in the mid-20s across the Panhandle, while Key West remains nearly 45 degrees warmer with temperatures close to 69°F. This unusual spread highlights how the incoming cold air mass will “dip and clip” Florida, affecting the north far more severely than the peninsula.
Northern Florida Temperatures Drop Into the 20s
According to the temperature outlook, cities across the Panhandle and far northern counties are expected to fall into the 20s Monday morning. Locations such as Milton are projected to plunge to 24°F, marking a significant early-week chill.
Forecasters note that while the cold air pushes southward, it does not penetrate deeply into the main peninsula, keeping the most intense freeze risks confined to northern regions.
Central Florida Sees Chilly but Milder Conditions
Central parts of the state are forecast to begin the morning with widespread 40s and lower 50s. Cities such as Orlando, Tampa, and Daytona Beach are expected to stay safely above freezing, though residents will still feel a noticeable drop compared to recent days.
These cooler temps reflect the edge of the cold air mass brushing the peninsula without fully settling in.
Southern Florida Avoids the Freeze as Warmth Holds
In stark contrast, southern Florida retains much warmer overnight temperatures, including the Keys, which remain in the upper 60s.
Key West stands at approximately 69°F, creating a remarkable 45-degree swing from north to south across the state. This warm pocket demonstrates how sharply the arctic air retreats near the southern tip of Florida.
What Residents Should Know
- North Florida: Expect hard freeze conditions with lows in the 20s.
- Central Florida: Chilly morning with lows mainly in the 40s–50s.
- South Florida: Mild conditions continue with mid-60s to upper-60s.
- Cold pattern is expected again Tuesday morning with similar distribution.
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