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Whether you're buying a home, selling your home or relocating to Jacksonville, the information, resources and tools on this page will help to guide your decision.

Here you will find community & school reports, community resources, information on local entertainment such as musuems, the zoo, sporting venues, nature adventures, dining options, colleges & universities and our world class hospitals. You can even book a tee time!  Just click on a catagory to the left of the screen.

History

The history of Jacksonville, also known as The River City, spans hundreds of years, and has been influenced by the area's unique geography and location. The first settlement in the area was made over 6,000 years ago by the Timucua Indians in the vicinity of modern-day downtown Jacksonville.

European explorers first arrived in 1562 and established the first European settlement at Fort Caroline two years later. In 1565, a Spanish force attacked Fort Caroline from the nearby Spanish settlement of St. Augustine, and killed all the French soldiers defending it (except Catholics). The Spanish renamed it Fort San Mateo. Two years later, the French recaptured the settlement from the Spanish and slaughtered all of the Spanish defenders. After the initial destruction of Fort Caroline, St. Augustine became the most important settlement in Florida. Florida was a Spanish possession until it became a territory of the United States in 1821. The town governement was approved in 1832.

During the American Civil War, Jacksonville was a key supply point for hogs and cattle leaving Florida and aiding the cause. The city changed hands several times. Though no battles were fought in Jacksonville, the city was left in a considerable state of disarray after the war.

Jacksonville soon became a major banking and insurance center. The U.S. Navy also became a major employer and economic force during the 1940s, with the installation of three major naval bases in the city.

Today, Jacksonville is an exciting vibrant city that maximizes its natural attributes and reaches out to welcome visitors.

Weather

Because of its North Florida location, Jacksonville has a temperate climate and a delightful change of seasons not found in other Florida cities. Year-round sunshine and blue skies offer mild weather, making a visit to Jacksonville pleasant, whatever the season. 

Average annual temperature: 72.8 degrees

Average year-round high: 78 degrees

Annual number of sunny days: 226

Average Monthly Weather Information

The above information was provided by the National Weather Service in Jacksonville, FL.

The Current Weather Conditions in Jacksonville