ORLANDO, Florida – The National Weather Service Melbourne has issued a forecast for Central Florida on Tuesday, August 12, 2025, of near normal rain chances around 70% across the interior and 50-70% along the coast, with afternoon and evening showers and lightning storms favoring the interior. [caption id="attachment_8743" align="aligncenter" width="965"] National Weather Service Florida rain chances[/caption] Stronger storms will be capable of frequent lightning, gusty winds of 40 to 50 mph, and heavy rainfall which could lead to minor flooding. [caption id="attachment_8744" align="aligncenter" width="965"] National Weather Service Florida Heat Indices[/caption] Near normal temperatures with highs in the low to mid 90s continue, resulting in peak afternoon heat indices up to 104-110 degrees. Central Florida Extended Weather Forecast [caption id="attachment_8746" align="aligncenter" width="725"] National Weather Service Melbourne Extended Weather Forecast for Central Florida[/caption] Rain chances will remain near normal through mid-week, decreasing slightly by late week, while temperatures will rise to above normal values by Thursday. A moderate risk of rip currents at the beaches is expected today. It is too early to predict potential impacts from Tropical Storm Erin on Florida. Orlando Weather Forecast Today Showers and thunderstorms likely after 2pm. High near 93°F. Chance of precipitation around 70%. South southeast wind 5 to 10 mph. Peak heat indices up to 106°F. Moderate risk of rip currents at the beaches. Tonight Showers and thunderstorms likely before 11pm, then a slight chance of showers between 11pm and 2am. Low around 76°F. Southeast wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. Wednesday A chance of showers, then showers and thunderstorms likely after 11am. High near 94°F. Chance of precipitation around 60%. Wednesday Night Showers and thunderstorms likely before 11pm, then a slight chance of showers between 11pm and 1am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 75°F. Chance of precipitation around 50%.