A drought is developing across most of the Sunshine State, and little relief is expected over the next few weeks.

The calendar officially reads late February, but the Sunshine State will feel more like early May in the days ahead as temperatures reach through the 80s.

Above average temperatures are expected to blanket the Sunshine State over the next few days, before another front-- and the chance for thunderstorms-- arrives on Friday.

Severe Weather Awareness week begins on February 7th across the Sunshine State.

Another temperature drop is expected across the Sunshine State this weekend after a few days of above average warmth.

A hard freeze is expected Saturday night across North Florida and the Panhandle. In addition, lows in the 30s are likely across Central and South Florida. These frigid temperatures will be the result of yet another winter cold front traversing the Sunshine State.

A few strong thunderstorms capable of damaging winds and hail are possible over South Florida on Friday afternoon and evening.

The first storm system of 2022 is on its way to our area, and it will likely push strong thunderstorms across our state throughout the day on Sunday.