GAINESVILLE, FL (352today.com) – This week is expected to kick off with some chilly weather, causing cold night shelters to open.
The City of Gainesville says due to temperatures dropping below 45 degrees, their Cold Night Shelter (CNS) program will be activated starting Sunday night.
During the evening hours of Sunday, Feb. 18-Wednesday, Feb. 21, St. Francis House and GRACE Marketplace will provide services to those in need as long as temperatures are below 45 degrees.
City officials say St. Francis House provides temporary shelter for families, women and children, and GRACE Marketplace primarily serves individual adults.
Evening Forecast This Week
Here’s a look at the nighttime forecasts for from the National Weather Service for Gainesville.
Gainesville
Sunday Night: Rain mostly before 10 p.m. Low around 43. North wind around 9 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. 80% chance of precipitation. New precipitation possible between a tenth and quarter of an inch.
Monday Night: Clear with a low near 38. Northwest wind around 5 mph and calm winds in the evening.
Tuesday Night: Clear, with a low near 38.
Wednesday Night: Clear skies, with a low near 42.