Thunderstorms, Heavy Downpours For East Central Florida

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FLORIDA WORD

June 16, 2026 11:25 am

National Weather Service Rain Chances for Florida Florida on Tuesday, June 16, 2026.

ORLANDO, Florida – The National Weather Service in Melbourne reports the active weather pattern continues across east central Florida on this warm and muggy Tuesday, June 16, 2026.

Scattered to numerous showers and storms are forecast along the east coast today, with the greatest rain chances focused along the coast late afternoon into this evening. Slow-moving storms may produce rainfall totals of 1-3 inches in some spots, with isolated amounts exceeding 3-4 inches, along with frequent lightning and strong wind gusts.

NWS Melbourne Today’s Weather Outlook Graphic

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

Frequent lightning strikes
Wind gusts up to 40-50 mph in the strongest storms
Locally heavy downpours that may cause localized flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas

Warm and muggy conditions persist with highs in the mid 90s and peak heat indices exceeding 100°F. A Moderate to Major HeatRisk is forecast areawide (with Extreme HeatRisk in portions of Brevard County). Residents and visitors should stay well-hydrated, wear light clothing, and take frequent breaks in air conditioning or shade.

A MODERATE Rip Current Risk is in effect today for ALL Atlantic beaches in Volusia, Space, and Treasure Coasts. Swim near a lifeguard and follow beach safety instructions.

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

Orlando (high near 95°F, rain chance 40-50%)
Daytona Beach (high near 94°F, rain chance 60%)
Melbourne (high near 94°F, rain chance 60-70%)
Vero Beach (high near 94°F, rain chance 60%)

National Weather Service Melbourne Weather Radar

Orlando Weather Forecast

Today (Tuesday)

Scattered to numerous showers and thunderstorms this afternoon, with the greatest chances along the east coast. High near 95°F. Rain chance 40-60%.

Tonight

Chance of showers and thunderstorms early, then partly cloudy. Low around 76-77°F. Rain chance 20-40% before midnight.

Wednesday

Mostly sunny, with a 40-50% chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2pm. High near 93°F. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.

Wednesday Night

A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 11pm, then a slight chance of showers between 11pm and 2am. Mostly cloudy, then gradually becoming mostly clear, with a low around 76-77°F. West wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.

Thursday

A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 94°F. South wind 5 to 10 mph.

Thursday Night

A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms before 2am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 78°F. South southwest wind around 5 mph.

Published by

FLORIDA WORD

June 16, 2026 11:25 am