ORLANDO, Florida – The National Weather Service Melbourne has issued a forecast for Central Florida on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, of onshore moving showers this morning, pushing inland into the afternoon, with a 50% chance of precipitation mainly after 2pm. Breezy northeast winds with gusts up to 25 mph are expected. [caption id="attachment_8743" align="aligncenter" width="965"] National Weather Service Florida today's outlook[/caption] Isolated thunderstorms storms are possible, capable of frequent lightning, gusty winds, and heavy rainfall which could lead to minor flooding. [caption id="attachment_8744" align="aligncenter" width="965"] National Weather Service Florida Hurricane Erin impacts[/caption] Near normal temperatures with highs in the low 90s continue, resulting in peak afternoon heat indices up to around 102 degrees tomorrow. Central Florida Extended Weather Forecast [caption id="attachment_8746" align="aligncenter" width="725"] National Weather Service Melbourne High Surf Advisory 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 high risk of rip currents at the beaches is in effect today, with swells from Major Hurricane Erin causing rough surf of 6 to 9 feet and hazardous boating conditions peaking Tuesday through Thursday. Major Hurricane Erin, currently a Category 4 storm passing well east of Florida after weakening from Category 5, is forecast to remain offshore. However, coastal impacts including high rip current risk, rough surf up to 6-9 feet, minor beach erosion, and hazardous boating conditions will continue through Thursday. Orlando Weather Forecast Today A chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 2pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 93°F. Northeast wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. High risk of rip currents at the beaches. Tonight A 30 percent chance of showers before 8pm. Mostly cloudy, then gradually becoming mostly clear, with a low around 77°F. North northwest wind 5 to 10 mph. Wednesday A chance of showers, with thunderstorms also possible after 11am. Mostly sunny, with a high near 94°F. Heat index values as high as 102°F. North northwest wind around 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. Wednesday Night A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 77°F. Northeast wind around 5 mph becoming west after midnight. Chance of precipitation is 30%.