Orlando Weather: Jet Stream Dip Causes January Cold Snap

ORLANDO, Florida – A cold air mass has brought sub-freezing temperatures to east-central Florida, with freeze warnings in effect until 9 AM EST, according to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Melbourne.

Widespread lows in the 30s°F and wind chills in the 20s°F are reported across the region, including Orlando.

Freeze warnings cover inland areas such as Orange and Volusia counties, where temperatures dropped to 37°F this morning.

Residents are advised to protect sensitive plants, outdoor pipes, and vulnerable populations from the cold conditions.

Cold weather advisories extend to additional counties in east-central Florida, with wind chills making conditions feel as low as 28°F in areas like Melbourne and Daytona Beach.

The NWS Melbourne detailed the conditions in a post on X:

“A very cold start to the morning. Widespread 30s with lowest wind chills in the 20s for most. Freeze Warnings & Cold Weather Advisories remain in effect until 9AM this morning. Another cold night tonight before a brief warm-up Saturday afternoon. Next strong front Sun.”

Moderate rip current risks are present along Atlantic beaches with 2-4 foot surf.

For Orlando, the forecast includes sunny conditions today with a high near 60°F, followed by mostly clear skies tonight with lows around 44°F.

A brief warmup is expected Saturday with highs in the low 70s°F, but another strong cold front arrives Sunday, potentially bringing freezes Sunday night into Monday.