Hot, Thunderstorms For Central Florida

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FLORIDA WORD

May 16, 2026 6:54 am

National Weather Service Storm Prediction Center Severe Weather Outlook for Florida on Sunday, May 16, 2026.

ORLANDO, Florida – Warm and humid conditions continue across east Central Florida this Saturday, May 16, 2026.

The National Weather Service in Melbourne forecasts afternoon showers and storms over the interior this afternoon and into the evening, while onshore flow keeps the Atlantic coast mostly dry.

The NWS warns of the following hazards during the peak storm hours this afternoon and evening on Saturday:

Frequent lightning strikes
Gusty winds (few gusts 40+ mph)
Small hail
Locally heavy downpours

A HIGH Rip Current Risk is in effect for ALL Atlantic beaches in Volusia, Space, and Treasure Coasts (3–4 ft surf). Numerous strong, life-threatening rip currents are expected—stay out of the ocean and follow lifeguard instructions.

East Central Florida cities forecast to see warm temperatures today include:

Orlando (high near 90°F, rain chance 20%)
Daytona Beach (high near 88°F, rain chance 10%)
Melbourne (high near 87°F, rain chance 10%)
Vero Beach (high near 87°F, rain chance 10%)

National Weather Service Melbourne Weather Radar

Orlando Weather Forecast

Today

Sunny, with a high near 88.

Tonight

Partly cloudy, with a low around 72.

Sunday

A slight chance of showers, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms after 11am. Mostly sunny, with a high near 88. Chance of precipitation is 30%.

Sunday Night

A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8pm. Mostly clear, with a low around 72.

Monday

A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2pm. Sunny, with a high near 88.

Monday Night

Mostly clear, with a low around 72.

Published by

FLORIDA WORD

May 16, 2026 6:54 am