Orlando started Thursday at 73 degrees under cloudy skies, but the quiet morning is not expected to last. Showers and thunderstorms are likely to become more widespread through the afternoon, with a high near 81 before rain cools parts of the city into the upper 70s.
Storms Intensify Into The Afternoon
Rain chances rise through the day, reaching their highest levels by late afternoon and early evening. According to the National Weather Service in Melbourne, repeated downpours could produce quick rainfall totals of 2 to 4 inches in parts of east-central Florida, raising the possibility of minor flooding in areas that have already seen heavy rain.
Thursday's point forecast calls for roughly a half-inch to three-quarters of an inch, but stronger storm cells could push totals much higher. Northeast winds should stay near 5 to 10 mph, while temperatures fall toward a muggy low around 72 overnight as showers and storms gradually become less frequent.
Wet Weekend Brings Stronger Winds
Friday stays unsettled with a high near 87 and a 70% chance of showers and thunderstorms. Saturday could be the breeziest day, reaching 88 degrees with southeast winds of 10 to 15 mph and gusts up to 25 mph, while Sunday climbs near 90 with storms still likely.
A few weekend storms could produce stronger wind gusts, and repeated rain may keep minor flooding concerns alive across low-lying roads. Orlando residents heading toward the coast should also note that the National Weather Service is warning of a high risk of dangerous rip currents along Volusia County beaches Thursday and strongly discouraging people from entering the water.
Drier Weather Finally Arrives Next Week
Rain chances drop to about 20% Monday, then fall to 7% Tuesday and Wednesday as drier air moves in. Sunshine returns with highs in the upper 80s, while overnight lows dip into the upper 60s and around 70 degrees for a welcome break from the current soggy, storm-heavy pattern.
