Severe Thunderstorm, Tornado Risk For Central Florida

ORLANDO, Florida – The National Weather Service Storm Prediction Center has issued a Severe Weather Outlook for Central Florida on Sunday, February 15, 2026, due to a marginal risk of severe thunderstorms this afternoon and evening.

Scattered thunderstorms are anticipated across the Florida Peninsula, influenced by an approaching strong cold front producing showers and storms.

Heavy rainfall could lead to localized flash flooding over portions of Florida through mid-week.

The NWS warns of the following hazards during the peak storm hours:

• Isolated strong to severe winds, with gusts potentially damaging up to 45-60 mph
• Frequent lightning strikes
• Locally heavy rainfall that could cause urban, rural, and small stream flooding
• Isolated brief tornado

According to the National Weather Service in Melbourne, the strongest storms are expected in the afternoon and evening, with a slight risk for excessive rainfall continuing through Wednesday.

Orlando Weather Forecast

Today
Mostly sunny in the morning, then a slight chance of showers in the afternoon, increasing to showers and storms in the evening. High near 83°F. Chance of precipitation increases to higher levels in the evening. Windy with gusts up to 25-35 mph.

Tonight
Showers then a chance of thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 61°F. Chance of precipitation is higher in thunderstorms.