OCALA, FL (352today.com) – Memorial Day weekend in Ocala is all about honoring those who served and enjoying some well-earned time with family and friends. While the weather always plays a role in holiday plans, you can expect a mix of sunshine and those typical Florida pop-up showers. It’s the kind of weekend where you pack both sunscreen and an umbrella, just in case.

From morning ceremonies to backyard barbecues and splash pad outings, the weather tends to set the pace. If skies hold out, you’ll find families gathering at parks, trails, and lakes. And if a quick storm rolls in? It’s a good excuse to duck under a pavilion, share a story, and remember why we pause to celebrate in the first place.

Here’s your day-by-day outlook from the National Weather Service.

Friday: Sunny and hot, with a high near 97. Calm wind becoming west 5 to 7 mph in the morning.

Friday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 63. South wind around 6 mph becoming calm in the evening.

Saturday: A slight chance of showers between 2 p.m. and 5 p.m., then a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 5 p.m. Sunny and hot, with a high near 97. Calm wind becoming south around 5 mph in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 20%.

Saturday Night: A 10% chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8 p.m. Mostly clear, with a low around 69.

Sunday: A 30% chance of showers after 2 p.m. Sunny and hot, with a high near 96.

Sunday Night: A 30% chance of showers before 8 p.m. Mostly clear, with a low around 70.

Monday: A 40% chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2 p.m. Sunny and hot, with a high near 96.

Monday Night: A 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly before 8 p.m. Partly cloudy, with a low around 71.

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