Summary
Florida experienced unusually cold temperatures that were colder than Anchorage, Alaska. An arctic air mass brought these cold conditions, leading to various weather warnings across the state. Temperatures dipped significantly before warming slightly by the evening.
Key Facts
- Florida had temperatures colder than Anchorage, Alaska.
- An arctic air mass caused the cold spell in Florida.
- Miami was over 40 degrees colder than average for the season.
- In Tampa Bay, temperatures dropped to the 20s, from an average low in the 50s.
- Tallahassee reached 20 degrees Fahrenheit, 13 degrees colder than Anchorage.
- By Friday evening, Tallahassee temperatures climbed to the mid-50s.
- A frost advisory and freeze watch are in effect for parts of northeastern Florida.
- Cold conditions could affect plants, pets, and vulnerable people such as young children and the elderly.
