Orlando woke up to a sticky start on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, with mostly cloudy skies and temperatures hovering near 68°F around the airport before sunrise. Overnight, scattered showers near Melbourne dropped pockets of heavy rain, setting the stage for spotty downpours and gusty east-northeast breezes through the day.
Afternoon Storms And Heavy Rain Risk
Forecasters are calling for a chance of rain showers before 8 a.m., followed by a chance of showers and thunderstorms from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m., then continuing into the afternoon. Highs should top out near 79°F. Most neighborhoods are expected to pick up only about a quarter-inch to a half-inch of rain, but a slow-moving storm could wring out 2 to 4 inches in a short burst, which would mean quick urban flooding and plenty of standing water.
According to the NWS Melbourne, the stronger cells today could feature locally heavy rainfall, gusty winds, and even some isolated hail.
Beaches, Boats And Rip Currents
All central Florida Atlantic beaches are under a high rip current risk today. Lifeguards strongly discourage heading into the surf, and beachgoers are urged to follow the flags and posted warnings. Out on the water, hazardous boating conditions and Small Craft Advisories are in effect along the coast, with building seas and gusty northeast winds making for a rough ride. For local context and safety pointers, check our earlier piece on how the Space Coast surf turns treacherous.
How To Plan Your Day
Allow extra time on the roads, since forecasters reported standing water on area streets near Melbourne after the early storm, and keep a weather app handy if you have outdoor plans. If you head for the coast, stick to guarded beaches, think about postponing any boat trips until winds and seas settle down, and be ready for breezy east-northeast winds this afternoon with occasional gusts up to around 25 mph.
