Florida Caught Between Two Cold Fronts as Miami Sits at 80 Degrees and Pensacola at 64, With Both Fronts Teaming Up to Drop Temperatures Statewide This Weekend
MIAMI, FLORIDA — Florida is being squeezed by two cold fronts at once. One front is approaching Miami in South Florida, while a second is moving through the Panhandle. Together, they are set to tag team and drop temperatures across the entire state heading into the weekend.
Floridians are being told to find those jackets.
Two Fronts, One Big Cooldown
| Front | Location | What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| Southern front | Approaching Miami and the Keys | Ends the warm, humid air in South Florida |
| Northern front | Moving through the Panhandle | Brings the first push of colder air to North Florida |
Current Temperatures Across Florida
Readings taken on Friday, November 13, 2026, show a big north-to-south temperature difference:
| City | Current Temperature |
|---|---|
| Key West | 83°F |
| Miami | 80°F |
| North Port | 75°F |
| West Palm Beach | 74°F |
| Tampa | 73°F |
| Fort Pierce | 73°F |
| Orlando | 72°F |
| Daytona Beach | 70°F |
| Gainesville | 69°F |
| Tallahassee | 66°F |
| Jacksonville | 65°F |
| Pensacola | 64°F |
Nearly 20-Degree Spread Across the State
Right now, there is a 19-degree difference between Key West at 83°F and Pensacola at 64°F. South Florida is still feeling summer-like, while the Panhandle is already noticeably cooler.
Southern Front Moving Through South Florida
The first front is pushing through South Florida, near Miami and the Florida Keys. As it passes, it will bring:
- Lower humidity
- A wind shift to the north
- Cooler temperatures behind it
Northern Front Bringing Colder Air
The second front, moving through the Panhandle near Pensacola and Tallahassee, is the one carrying the colder air. As it pushes south, it will send temperatures falling across North and Central Florida.
How Cold Will It Get This Weekend?
Earlier forecasts for Saturday and Sunday mornings showed:
| City | Forecast Low |
|---|---|
| Crestview | 36°F |
| Tallahassee | 39°F |
| Gainesville | 40°F |
| Jacksonville | 42°F |
| Pensacola | 43°F |
| Orlando and Daytona Beach | 48°F |
| Tampa and North Port | 49°F |
| West Palm Beach | 56°F |
| Miami | 58°F |
Falling Iguanas Possible
With lows in the 30s and 40s across parts of the state, falling iguanas are possible in some areas. When temperatures drop to 45 degrees or lower, iguanas can become stunned and fall from trees, though most South Florida metro areas look too warm this time.
Florida’s First Real Taste of Cold
This marks Florida’s first real cold snap of the season, following a stretch of heavy rain and summer-like warmth.
How to Prepare for the Cooldown
- Pull out jackets and long sleeves
- Cover tender plants overnight
- Bring pets indoors
- Check on older neighbors
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