Thunderstorms, Hurricane Erin Rip Currents For Central Florida

ORLANDO, Florida – The National Weather Service Melbourne has issued a forecast for Central Florida on Sunday, August 17, 2025, of rain chances around 60% across the interior and 40-60% along the coast, with afternoon sea breeze storms focusing on the interior.

Stronger storms will be capable of frequent lightning, gusty winds of 40 to 50 mph, and heavy rainfall which could lead to minor flooding.

Near normal temperatures with highs in the low to mid 90s continue, resulting in peak afternoon heat indices up to 103-107 degrees.

Central Florida Extended Weather Forecast

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, increasing to high risk starting Monday due to swells from Major Hurricane Erin.

Major Hurricane Erin, currently a Category 3 storm passing north of Puerto Rico, is forecast to remain well east of Florida. However, coastal impacts including high rip current risk, rough surf, and hazardous boating conditions will arrive Monday and peak Tuesday through Thursday.

Orlando Weather Forecast

Today
Showers and thunderstorms likely, mainly after 5pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 94°F. Heat index values as high as 104°F. Calm wind becoming north northeast around 5 mph in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 60%. Moderate risk of rip currents at the beaches.

Tonight
Showers and thunderstorms likely, mainly before 9pm. Mostly cloudy, then gradually becoming mostly clear, with a low around 76°F. Northwest wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening. Chance of precipitation is 60%.

Monday
A chance of showers, then showers and thunderstorms likely after 11am. Mostly sunny, with a high near 93°F. Heat index values as high as 103°F. Northeast wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%.

Monday Night
Showers and thunderstorms likely before 11pm, then a slight chance of showers between 11pm and 2am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 77°F. North northeast wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%.