OCALA, FL (352today.com) – Christmas in Ocala is shaping up to be a festive affair, with weather conditions that even Santa would approve of for his big night! Christmas Eve is expected to bring cool, crisp air, perfect for cozying up by the fire or taking an evening stroll to admire holiday lights.

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By Christmas Day, the forecast suggests pleasant, partly sunny skies, making it ideal for outdoor family gatherings and unwrapping gifts in the yard. With conditions this merry and bright, Santa’s sleigh is sure to make a smooth landing in Ocala!

Ocala Forecast

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

Monday: Partly sunny, with a high near 70. Northeast wind around 8 mph.

Monday Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 49. North wind 3 to 6 mph.

Tuesday: Mostly cloudy, then gradually becoming sunny, with a high near 72. North wind 3 to 6 mph.

Tuesday Night: Patchy fog after 1 a.m. Otherwise, partly cloudy, with a low around 50. Northeast wind 3 to 5 mph.

Christmas Day: Partly sunny, with a high near 74. Northeast wind 5 to 7 mph.

Christmas Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 55.

Thursday: A 20% chance of showers. Partly sunny, with a high near 76.

Thursday Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 59.

Friday: Partly sunny, with a high near 76.

Friday Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 59.

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