Orlando woke Saturday, April 4, 2026, to a muggy, mostly clear morning, with temperatures in the mid-to-upper 60s and very high humidity hanging over the city. East-southeast breezes are already picking up and will gust through the afternoon, making coastal spots feel noticeably blustery despite the sunshine.
Afternoon Winds Pick Up Steam
Expect mostly sunny skies this afternoon, with a high near 85°F in the Orlando area and mid-to-upper 80s inland. East-southeast winds will run 5–15 mph with gusts up to 20 mph, so look for breezy conditions, especially near lakes and along I-4. Temperatures slide back into the upper 60s overnight under mostly clear skies.
Beach Conditions Stay Dangerous
The National Weather Service in Melbourne says a High Risk of life-threatening rip currents will continue along Central Florida's Atlantic beaches through the weekend, and officials urge people to stay out of the surf. Seas and onshore gusts will make swimming unsafe, and even experienced swimmers can be pulled offshore quickly. Boaters and beachgoers are being urged to heed lifeguards and posted flags and to avoid entering the water.
Rain Chances Climb Next Week
Rain coverage increases Sunday, with roughly a 50% chance of afternoon showers and a few thunderstorms possible between about 2 and 5 p.m. Higher coverage and stronger onshore winds are expected early next week. A weakening front and increasing subtropical moisture will raise the odds for widespread showers and storms Monday into Wednesday, with gusts up to 30 mph and a risk of locally heavy downpours. Mariners should be ready for rapidly building seas midweek, which could make small-craft operations hazardous.
We wrote about the rip current threat yesterday; see yesterday's rip current warning for local lifeguard advisories and beach-specific guidance. If you have outdoor plans, expect breezy afternoons today and keep an eye on forecasts for Tuesday and Wednesday before heading to the coast.
