Showers and gusty winds to persist this weekend
By Katherine Langford
News4JAX Local
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Clouds and gusty onshore winds are expected today, with a few showers moving onshore near the coast. Some showers could bring heavier rain and worsen flooding around high tide. Inland areas are likely to stay mostly dry. Highs will range from the low 70s near the coast to around 80 farther inland.Wind-related alertsWind Advisory: In effect for coastal areas through this evening; it may continue into Monday afternoon. Gusts could reach 35–45 mph.Gale Warning: In effect for local Atlantic waters through Monday night. Conditions at sea will be hazardous for small boats.A Coastal Flood Warning remains in effect through early Wednesday morning for the Atlantic coast, Intracoastal Waterway and St. Johns River basin, where moderate flooding is expected around high tide. High surf and dangerous rip currents are expected through Tuesday night, with major beach erosion possible near high tide.Tonight stays breezy, with temperatures mostly in the 50s inland and near the upper 60s along the Northe