First Alert Weather Forecast: Sunset Times Getting Earlier, 8:01PM Tonight as Summer Comes to a Close

GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) - Summertime heat and showers are still in the forecast, but we’re a month away from the Autumn Equinox, September 22, 2026!

• Tonight: Atmospheric conditions allowed for less rain today and upper 80s temps today for some spots, Gainesville’s high was 87°. Many areas saw lots of clouds without rain today, while some saw a storm like in Columbia County and Suwannee County. SW winds continue to be calm overnight, with low temps around 73°.
• Monday: The start of the week will have that blend of sun, low to mid 90s heat, and a chance of some isolated rainstorms. SW winds will be 5-15 MPH with nighttime temps in the 70s.
• Extended: Storm chances are higher for our northern counties like Suwannee, Columbia, Union and Bradford on Monday and Tuesday due to closer proximity to a stalling front over the SE U.S.

Let’s have a great last week of August!

Tropical Update: There’s a tropical disturbance in the Atlantic near Africa that currently has a moderate 50% chance of development in the next week as it moves west in our direction. No need to panic at the moment, but always stay prepared during hurricane season. We’ll keep you updated via the Hurricane HQ.

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