Sunday morning in Orlando is starting off clear, with temperatures hovering near 70°F at Orlando Executive (KORL). Mostly sunny skies are on tap and the high should climb to around 92°F today, with light east winds near 0-10 mph. The humidity is already sticky, but rain chances stay very low through Monday, so outdoor plans are in decent shape for now.
Afternoon Heat And Inland Hotspots
Highs will push into the low 90s across much of the metro, topping out near 92°F today and rising to about 94°F on Monday, with inland neighborhoods running a few degrees hotter than coastal spots. On Monday, east-southeast winds inland could gust up to 20 mph, keeping the air feeling stuffy overnight as lows only dip into the low to mid 70s.
At east-central Florida beaches, a moderate rip-current risk is expected, with seas around 2-4 feet and onshore easterly winds near 10-15 knots. Rain chances stay near zero through Monday before ramping up later in the week, according to the National Weather Service in Melbourne.
Cooling Centers And Heat Safety
Orange County has lowered the heat-index trigger for opening public cooling centers to 103°F, a change that could bring relief sites online sooner during stretches of extreme heat, as reported in drops heat bar so cooling centers can open sooner. If you do not have reliable air conditioning, call 311 or check county listings for nearby cooling centers and their hours while temperatures peak.
High humidity makes the heat feel stronger than the thermometer suggests, so build in water breaks and shade for outdoor workers, kids at play, and anyone spending long stretches outside.
Beaches, Boats And Midweek Storm Chance
Boaters can expect generally favorable conditions today, but should keep an eye on updates as winds gradually shift to a more southerly direction later in the week. Shower and thunderstorm chances are forecast to climb starting Tuesday, with isolated storms possible Tuesday and scattered afternoon storms more likely by Wednesday and Thursday as humidity increases.
If you have outdoor plans later this week, check the evening forecast and be ready to dodge a few pop-up afternoon downpours.
Quick Tips
Drink plenty of water, avoid hard work during the midafternoon peak, and check on older neighbors and pets. At the beach, swim near a lifeguard and stay out of the water on higher rip-current risk days. If you are heading out on a boat, wear a life jacket and monitor sea forecasts. For the latest forecast and any updates, follow local officials and your usual weather source before you head out.
