Orlando starts Monday with light winds and VFR conditions, but a hot and humid afternoon is lined up with scattered thunderstorms developing around noon and continuing through the afternoon. Temperatures are expected to climb to near 93 degrees, while the heat index could reach 105 before storms.
Storms Build After Lunch
The latest forecast discussion from National Weather Service Melbourne calls for showers and thunderstorms becoming more likely from early afternoon into the evening. The chance of rain is 60%, and the strongest storms could bring locally heavy downpours, frequent lightning and wind gusts of 40 to 50 mph.
For commuters, outdoor workers and anyone with afternoon plans, the steamiest stretch arrives before the rain. Temperatures should reach near 93 degrees Monday as storms spread inland, with winds generally light to start before veering east-northeast as the sea breeze develops, with afternoon winds of 10 knots or less.
Rain Chances Stay Elevated Through The Week
Monday night brings a 20% chance of precipitation, followed by partly cloudy skies and a low near 76 degrees. Tuesday stays unsettled, with showers and thunderstorms likely and winds of 10 to 15 knots Tuesday evening.
Windy conditions are expected to build from late Tuesday through Thursday, especially near the coast. Beachgoers should note that rough surf and a high risk of life-threatening rip currents are expected by Wednesday, while repeated rain bands could raise the risk of localized urban flooding in saturated areas.
Weekend Forecast Remains Stormy
Rain chances ease somewhat Wednesday, when Orlando could reach 88 degrees, but showers and thunderstorms become more widespread again Thursday through Sunday. Highs should stay near 88 to 90 degrees, with overnight lows mainly in the mid-70s.
