For those making their way to Orlando this fine Sunday, a breath of Saharan dust is set to lightly haze the skies, offering a break from the usual heavy humidity but also curtailing the likelihood of rain. The National Weather Service in Melbourne informed us earlier today that visibility might hang at or above 6 statute miles despite the Saharan souvenir – so those aircraft operations at Orlando's airfields, such as KISM-KMCO-KSFB and KLEE, should anticipate minor disruptions. You can expect thunderstorm activity, though, with some carrying gusts up to a formidable 40-50 mph.
As those planning to be outdoors today should be advised, to not completely discount the chance of showers or storms, especially if you find yourself northwest of the I-4 corridor during the 20Z-23Z window. The National Weather Service Melbourne report suggests that while the Saharan influence is loosely to thank for a temporary dip in storm potential, it's not an all-clear signal by any stretch. Bear in mind, this break in the weather compliments the persistent humidity with the heat index predicted to soar between 102-107F.
In the context of the greater week ahead, the forecast suggests a disturbance will roll in soon to bring up those storm chances once again, notably by Monday and Tuesday, with higher precipitation probabilities between 60-70% for much of the area. The looming humidity shan't subside either, as uncomfortable overnight lows stubbornly linger in the mid to upper 70s.
Seafarers can breathe a semi-relieved breath. Favorable boating conditions will look to prevail through the mid-week, a southeastern breeze fostering somewhat smoothed seas of 2-3 feet. However, those maritime in Orlando should still keep an eye on the weather, with the advisory from the National Weather Service mentioning daily rain and thunderstorm chances.
