Orlando residents, it's time to embrace the warmth. The mercury is set to climb higher than usual this week, and forecasters at the National Weather Service Melbourne predict above-average temperatures and mostly dry conditions for the region. If you plan to head out early, watch out for patchy, dense fog, especially if you're in Brevard or Osceola County or heading southward.
Driving through the fog can be tricky, so slow down and keep your headlights on. According to the National Weather Service, "The potential (30-60%) exists for visibility reductions as low as 1/4 mile at times this morning before the fog is expected to dissipate, and visibility is expected to improve by around 9 am." With this kind of soup, leaving a few extra minutes for your commute is best.
The high-pressure system cozying up over the western Atlantic is to thank for these conditions, hinting at temperatures in the low to mid-80s throughout the week. Don't fret about the evening chill, though – we're looking at mild lows in the mid-50s to low 60s. Whether you plan to recline in your backyard or stroll through one of Central Florida's many parks, the weather won't disappoint.
Attention, mariners! High-pressure dominance means favorable boating conditions are on the horizon. Be aware of the isolated showers that could sprinkle over Atlantic waters, especially if you're venturing off the Volusia or Brevard county shores. South-southwest winds at 6-12kts are expected to back south-southeast into the afternoon, the National Weather Service Melbourne report notes and seas are expected to be relatively calm at 1-3ft, with occasional swells up to 4ft offshore.
For pilots or those picking up someone from the airport, patchy fog affecting terminals from KMLB southward should disappear post-13Z, revealing VFR conditions for the rest of the day. Evening flyers should watch, though, as fog may roll back in overnight. And for anyone without a sail or a set of wings, there are still clear skies ahead, so find a spot outdoors this weekend and soak up that sun.
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