Rain, Thunderstorms For Central Florida

ORLANDO, Florida – The National Weather Service Melbourne has issued a forecast for Central Florida on Friday, August 22, 2025, of scattered to numerous thunderstorms this afternoon and evening, with a 70-80% chance of precipitation. Winds from the west-southwest at 5 to 10 mph are expected, with gusts up to 40-50 mph possible in storms.

Thunderstorms are capable of frequent lightning, gusty winds, and heavy rainfall which could lead to minor flooding.

Near normal temperatures with highs in the upper 80s to low 90s continue, resulting in peak afternoon heat indices up to around 102 degrees today.

Central Florida Extended Weather Forecast

Rain chances will remain high through the weekend, around 70-75%, decreasing slightly by early next week, while temperatures will remain near or slightly above normal. A high risk of rip currents at the beaches is in effect through the weekend, with swells from Hurricane Erin causing rough surf of 3 to 4 feet and hazardous boating conditions peaking today through Saturday. Small craft should exercise caution, with seas 4 to 6 feet.

Hurricane Erin, currently with sustained winds of 90 mph and undergoing extratropical transition well offshore at 38.6N 65.3W, is forecast to remain away from Florida. However, coastal impacts including high rip current risk, rough surf up to 3-4 feet, minor beach erosion, and hazardous boating conditions will continue through the weekend.

Orlando Weather Forecast

Today
Partly cloudy early. Scattered thunderstorms developing in the afternoon. High near 88°F. Winds WSW at 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. High risk of rip currents at the beaches.

Tonight
Cloudy early with partial clearing expected late. A stray shower or thunderstorm is possible. Low around 76°F. Winds light and variable. Chance of precipitation is 30%.

Saturday
A chance of showers, with thunderstorms also possible after 11am. Mostly sunny, with a high near 92°F. Heat index values as high as 102°F. Winds around 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 75%.

Saturday Night
A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 77°F. Winds around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.