The Orlando meteorological forecast suggests a mostly dry day today, with temperatures expected to hover in the upper 70s to low 80s in most locations, as reported by the National Weather Service in Melbourne, FL. In a shift from the scorching heat typically associated with the Sunshine State, this temperature change signals a somewhat return to normalcy for early November. However, residents looking to enjoy the outdoors should keep a light jacket handy as rain chances increase tonight up to 20-30 percent, due to a weak cold front approaching.
Boaters in the area may want to thoroughly enjoy today's relatively calm maritime conditions. According to the National Weather Service, the conditions are forecast to quickly deteriorate early this week. An increase in northerly winds tied to the weak cold front is expected to lead to choppier coastal waters. With winds picking up to around 15-20 knots Monday into Monday night, seas could swell up to 5-6 feet offshore by Monday afternoon and 5-7 feet by night.
For aviation enthusiasts and travelers, VFR conditions are predicted to remain through the TAF period. Light and variable winds will become easterly-northeasterly, peaking around 5-7 knots during early afternoon. Flight schedules are expected to be maintained, with isolated showers possibly impacting the Treasure Coast and Lake County areas later into the afternoon.
As the week progresses, the region will experience a temperature climb, with the National Weather Service forecasting mid to upper 70s on Tuesday, escalating into the low 80s mid to late week, and potentially inching into the low to mid 80s come Saturday. Overnight temperatures are expected to range in the 60s, while some areas northwest of I-4 could experience mid to upper 50s through Thursday night. While isolated showers may occur mid to late week, Orlando residents can largely anticipate a mostly dry period ahead.
