ORLANDO, Florida – The National Weather Service in Melbourne forecasts scattered to numerous showers and thunderstorms across East Central Florida today, with 40-60% coverage expected this afternoon and evening. Highs will remain in the lower to mid 90s°F. A Marginal Risk of excessive rainfall is in effect for portions of the area this afternoon and evening.
Showers and storms will increase in coverage this afternoon as the sea breeze develops and moves inland, with peak coverage expected between 2–8 pm as sea breezes collide near or west of I-95 and east of Orlando. Storms may produce frequent lightning, gusty winds up to 55 mph, and locally heavy rainfall. Showers and storms will taper off through the evening.
The main hazards during peak storm hours this afternoon include:
- Frequent lightning – When thunder roars, go indoors!
- Gusty winds up to 55 mph
- Locally heavy downpours (isolated higher amounts possible) leading to minor flooding in poor drainage areas and ponding on roadways
Exercise caution at Atlantic beaches due to possible rip currents along East Central Florida beaches today. Swim near lifeguards and never enter the surf alone.
Stay hydrated and take breaks in the shade or air conditioning. Muggy conditions will build with heat indices reaching 102–107°F (locally higher) this afternoon.
Official NWS Melbourne “Today’s Outlook” Graphic
East Central Florida cities forecast today include:
- Orlando (high near 93–94°F, showers and thunderstorms likely this afternoon, ~50% chance)
- Daytona Beach (high near 93°F, scattered to numerous showers/storms)
- Melbourne (high near 91°F, showers and thunderstorms likely this afternoon)
- Vero Beach (high near 91–92°F, scattered to numerous showers/storms)
Orlando Weather Forecast
Today (Tuesday, July 7)
Showers and thunderstorms likely, mainly after 2pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 93°F. Heat index values as high as 103°F. Southwest wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.
Tonight
A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly before 11pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 78°F. South wind around 5 mph.
Wednesday (July 8)
Showers and thunderstorms possible after 3pm. Mostly sunny and hot, with a high near 95°F. Heat index values as high as 105°F. Southwest wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
Wednesday Night
A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 78°F. South wind around 5 mph.
Thursday (July 9)
Sunny and hot, with a high near 95°F. Calm wind becoming south around 5 mph in the afternoon.
Thursday Night
Mostly clear, with a low around 78°F. South wind 5 to 10 mph.
Friday (July 10)
Sunny and hot, with a high near 96°F. A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2pm. Calm wind becoming south southeast around 5 mph in the afternoon.
Friday Night
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8pm. Mostly clear, with a low around 78°F. South wind 5 to 10 mph.
Saturday (July 11)
Sunny and hot, with a high near 96°F. A chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2pm. Calm wind becoming south around 5 mph in the afternoon.
Saturday Night
A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 78°F. Southwest wind around 5 mph.
