Florida State Watch Office Morning Situation Report for Monday, January 1st, 2026

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Florida State Watch Office Morning Situation Report

EOC Activation Level: Level 2
Meteorological Summary:
 
  • Dense Fog conditions remain scattered across the Peninsula this morning and should continue to gradually lift as the sun rises.
  • A stalled frontal boundary draped across the southern Peninsula may spark some isolated showers, mostly along the Treasure Coast and the adjacent coastal waters (10-20% chance of rain).
  • Mostly tranquil conditions can be expected for the rest of the Sunshine State through today as high pressure sets up for the next few days.
  • This will allow for temperatures to gradually increase throughout the week and trend above normal.
    • High temperatures will reach the upper 60s across North Florida, lower to middle 70s across Central Florida and middle to upper 70s across South Florida.
  • Calm conditions overnight can be expected as any shower activity will dissipate or shift offshore (less than 10% chance of rain).
  • Widespread fog development will be possible throughout the state overnight and continuing into the morning hours on Tuesday, with Dense Fog conditions likely.
    • Anticipate reduced visibilities, especially in areas with ongoing or new wildfires.
  • Low temperatures will fall into the upper 40s to lower 50s across North Florida, middle to upper 50s across Central Florida and 60s throughout South Florida.
  • A moderate to high risk for rip currents can be expected statewide as ocean swells reduce and winds become calm.
    • Treasure Coast beaches will see wave heights near 4-5' in the surf zone.

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