Coastal Flooding, Rain, Gusty Winds For Central Florida

ORLANDO, Florida – The National Weather Service Melbourne has issued a forecast for Central Florida on Saturday, October 4, 2025, of breezy conditions with rounds of scattered showers, with a 50-60% chance of precipitation. Winds east 15-20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph are expected.

Showers are capable of brief downpours, locally heavy rainfall which could lead to minor flooding, especially in coastal areas during  astronomical high tides caused by October’s full moon.

Central Florida Extended Weather Forecast

Rain chances will remain elevated through the weekend, around 60-80%, while temperatures will remain near normal. A high risk of rip currents at the beaches is in effect today, with large breaking waves of 5-8 ft causing rough surf and moderate beach and dune erosion.

A Small Craft Advisory is in effect for coastal waters, with east winds 15-25 knots and seas up to 11 feet offshore. Small craft should exercise caution.

Near normal temperatures with highs in the low to mid 80s continue, resulting in peak afternoon heat indices up to around 90-95 degrees today.

Orlando Weather Forecast

Today
Scattered showers. Mostly cloudy. High near 85°F. Breezy, with an east wind 15 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. High risk of rip currents at the beaches.

Tonight
Scattered showers. Mostly cloudy. Low around 75°F. East wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%.

Sunday
Scattered showers. Mostly cloudy. High near 84°F. East wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%.

Sunday Night
A chance of showers. Mostly cloudy. Low around 74°F. East wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%.