ORLANDO, Florida – The National Weather Service Melbourne has issued a forecast for East Central Florida on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, of numerous to widespread showers and storms from late morning through the afternoon and early evening, with an 80% chance of precipitation. Winds northeast around 5 mph are expected, with gusts up to 45 mph possible in storms. [caption id="attachment_8743" align="alignright" width="965"] National Weather Service East Central Florida excessive rainfall outlook[/caption] Thunderstorms are capable of occasional to frequent lightning, gusty winds, and heavy rainfall which could lead to minor flooding. East Central Florida Extended Weather Forecast [caption id="attachment_8746" align="aligncenter" width="725"] National Weather Service Melbourne forecast for East Central Florida[/caption] Rain chances will remain elevated through late week, around 70-80%, while temperatures will remain near or slightly below normal. A high risk of rip currents at Volusia, Brevard, and Indian River county beaches is in effect today, with a moderate risk at St. Lucie and Martin county beaches, with lingering swells causing rough surf of around 2-4 feet and hazardous boating conditions today. Small craft should exercise caution, with seas 3 to 5 feet, up to 6 feet offshore. Near normal temperatures with highs in the mid to upper 80s continue, resulting in peak afternoon heat indices up to around 95-100 degrees today. [caption id="attachment_8747" align="aligncenter" width="725"] National Weather Service Melbourne High Rip Current Risk for East Central Florida[/caption] Orlando Weather Forecast Today Showers and thunderstorms likely, then showers and possibly a thunderstorm after 5pm. Some of the storms could produce heavy rainfall. High near 85°F. Northeast wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. Tonight Showers and thunderstorms before 1am, then a slight chance of showers after 5am. Some of the storms could produce heavy rainfall. Low around 73°F. East wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. Wednesday Showers and thunderstorms, mainly between 2pm and 5pm, then showers and possibly a thunderstorm after 5pm. High near 87°F. Northeast wind around 5 mph becoming northwest in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 80%. Wednesday Night Showers and possibly a thunderstorm before 8pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 8pm and 2am, then a chance of showers after 2am. Low around 74°F. North northeast wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%.