ORLANDO, Florida – The National Weather Service in Melbourne forecasts isolated to scattered showers and thunderstorms across East Central Florida today, with the greatest chances focused across the interior (primarily west of I-95).
Lightning, wind gusts up to 50 mph, heavy downpours, and localized flooding will be possible.
Hot and humid conditions continue with a Heat Advisory in effect for northern portions of East Central Florida (including the Orlando area) from 12 PM to 7 PM today. Peak heat indices are expected to reach 106–110°F this afternoon. Moderate to Major HeatRisk is forecast across much of the region.
Heat Advisory – Northern East Central Florida (12 PM – 7 PM)
Showers and thunderstorms are forecast today, mainly developing inland this afternoon and shifting eastward toward the coast and offshore through the afternoon and evening.
The main hazards during peak storm hours this afternoon and evening include:
- Frequent to excessive lightning
- Locally heavy / torrential rainfall leading to localized flooding in poor drainage areas
- Wind gusts of 45–55 mph (isolated stronger/damaging gusts possible)
Exercise caution at Atlantic beaches due to a moderate risk of rip currents. Swim near lifeguards and never enter the surf alone. Stay cool and hydrated as heat indices reach 106–110°F this afternoon across northern areas. A Moderate to Major HeatRisk is forecast — practice heat safety: stay hydrated, take breaks in air conditioning or shade, and never leave children or pets in vehicles.
East Central Florida cities forecast to see warm temperatures today include:
- Orlando (high near 96°F, 50–60% chance of rain/storms, mainly after 2–5 PM)
- Daytona Beach (high near 94°F, ~30% chance of rain/storms after 2 PM)
- Melbourne (high near 93°F, ~20% chance of rain/storms)
- Vero Beach (high near 92°F, slight chance of rain/storms)
National Weather Service Melbourne Central Florida Radar
Orlando Weather Forecast
Today: Showers and thunderstorms likely, mainly after 5pm. Increasing clouds and hot, with a high near 96. Heat index values as high as 106. Calm wind becoming west around 5 mph in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half an inch possible in some areas. Heat Advisory in effect 12 PM – 7 PM.
Tonight: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly before 8pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 78.
Tuesday: Showers and thunderstorms likely, mainly after 3pm. Mostly sunny and hot, with a high near 93. Heat index values as high as 102. Calm wind becoming north around 5 mph in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 60%.
Tuesday Night: Showers and thunderstorms likely before 11pm, then a slight chance of showers between 11pm and 2am. Mostly cloudy, then gradually becoming mostly clear, with a low around 77.
Wednesday: A slight chance of showers, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms after 11am. Mostly sunny, with a high near 92. Northeast wind 5 to 10 mph with gusts up to 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
Wednesday Night: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8pm. Mostly clear, with a low around 76.
Thursday: Showers and thunderstorms likely, mainly after 2pm. Sunny, with a high near 92. East southeast wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%.
Thursday Night: Showers and thunderstorms likely, mainly before 8pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 77.
