Orlando starts Saturday clear and warm, with temperatures around 75 degrees early before the city climbs near 88. The calm morning is expected to give way to a stormier afternoon, with heat and humidity hanging around even after the rain arrives.
Storms Build After Lunch
Rain chances remain low through late morning, then rise after 1 p.m. as showers and thunderstorms develop across the area. The best chance for storms comes between roughly 2 and 8 p.m., with a 50% chance of rain overall.
Stronger storms could bring frequent lightning, brief heavy downpours and wind gusts of 35 to 45 mph. The heat index may reach 98 to 105 degrees, so outdoor plans could involve both sunscreen and a quick escape indoors, according to the National Weather Service.
Sunday Stays Hot Before Monday Turns Wetter
Sunday looks mostly sunny at first, with a high near 91 and a 30% chance of afternoon thunderstorms after 3 p.m. Overnight lows will remain near 75, keeping the weekend muggy rather than offering much relief after sunset.
Monday brings a sharper shift, with showers and thunderstorms likely after 2 p.m., an 80% rain chance and a high near 89. The latest forecast is a meaningful update to Friday's Hoodline forecast, with the unsettled pattern now extending firmly into the workweek.
Wet Pattern Takes Over Next Week
Tuesday and Wednesday look like the wettest stretch, with rain chances near 90% Tuesday and 80% Wednesday as highs settle in the mid-80s. Thursday and Friday remain stormy, with rain chances around 70% and highs near 84 to 85.
Repeated downpours could leave water on roads and in low-lying areas, especially during the workweek. The main concerns are minor flooding, lightning and gusty winds rather than a major temperature drop, with overnight lows generally staying in the low to mid-70s.
High Rip Current Risk At East-Central Florida Beaches
The National Weather Service is warning of a high rip-current risk through the weekend along east-central Florida beaches. Entering the surf is not advised, and inland sunshine in Orlando should not be treated as a sign that ocean conditions are safe.
