INSIDER
As we continue to warm moving into February, it appears latest trends suggest a classic "what goes up, must come down" type of event very soon with the next split of our polar vortex.
As of Groundhog Day, Phil did in fact predict another six weeks of winter regardless if the calendar states the season is over. But it looks like Florida may be entirely excluded from this based on the latest model trends.
The arctic blast has long since dissipated, and for now, none of our computer models or long-range projections suggest another large outbreak is coming. We could receive some "cooler" air, dipping us into the upper 60s as we move through the first two weeks of February but... is winter just about over for us Floridians?
Florida faces frosty conditions, as well as freezing temperatures that could lead to the issuance of HARD freeze warnings. Here's what the difference between all these wintry titles means, and how you can better prepare before it hits.
Our approaching cold front has a thick band of heavy rain and storms along its leading edge, expected to drape across our viewing area by Sunday afternoon. Beyond that, temperatures will drop excessively with a below-freezing wind chill likely for our northern counties.
Our next two frontal systems could create some weather ruckus not only bringing frigid arctic temperatures, but the chance we get a stray strong thunderstorm or two as they cut across our viewing area.
A closer look at lows that could break record low temperature readings heading into Sunday morning. Then, a gradual warm up next week with a chance for showers late in the week.
