Are you ready for summertime to make its return to Central Florida?
Read full article: Are you ready for summertime to make its return to Central Florida?It's been breathtaking across our area over the last several days. This past weekend was glorious if you wanted manageable temperatures, clear skies, and little rain for your activities on Saturday and Sunday. But, summer looks like it's rearing its head once more and will make a return as we head towards the calendar start of fall.
Fall conditions look to stick around Central Florida the next few days
Read full article: Fall conditions look to stick around Central Florida the next few daysA nice dose of fall has fallen across Central Florida, with temperatures dropping below 70 at night in some spots and a large majority of us never making it into the 90s during the warmest part of the day. That's going to continue for a bit longer. Here are all the details about what's ahead, and when things could finally start changing around again.
‘My heart just sunk:’ Orange County teen, family alarmed by racist text message
Read full article: ‘My heart just sunk:’ Orange County teen, family alarmed by racist text messageThirteen-year-old Autumn McKnight was in disbelief when she received a disturbing text message that appeared to be part of a larger wave of racially targeted messages.
Forecasting Change: Summer extending into fall
Read full article: Forecasting Change: Summer extending into fallORLANDO, Fla. – Here we are in the second week of October and our daytime highs are above normal again. 50% of those cities have extended the 90s up to a week longer. Last 90 degree dayIt’s not just Orlando. Miami has extended its summer heat even more. Last 90 degree dayAs we continue to warm, the impacts of longer summer temperatures mean a longer growing season, more pest - think mosquitos and ticks - and increased need for power to keep you cool and water to keep you hydrated.
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Drought conditions affecting fall foliage this year
Read full article: Drought conditions affecting fall foliage this yearIs it the cooler weather, the pumpkin scent or a lush landscape covered in the fall color pallet of orange, reds and yellows? Why are we seeing fall colors earlier this year? Through October 12thWhen can we expect the fall colors to peak this season? So, the big question is, what is the perfect time to experience Mother Nature’s fall painting across the country? Check out the predicted peak fall colors map below.
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Forecasting Change: Autumn getting a later start
Read full article: Forecasting Change: Autumn getting a later startThe average fall temperature has been on an up and down slow rise in the last 50 years. This chart shows the average fall temperatures for Orlando. In August, we hit 95 or higher three times. But since Sept. 1, the Orlando area hit 95 or higher four times and everyday has been above normal temperatures. In the last 50 years we have added two more days per year of days of 95 degrees or higher temperatures.
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