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A weak cold front moving toward Central Florida will help trigger another round of strong to severe thunderstorms today before bringing a noticeable break from the heat later this week.

You may have heard we’re heading into an El Niño by the peak of hurricane season. You may also know that typically means a quieter season. But that doesn’t mean you should change your preparation approach this year. Idalia, Michael, Andrew. Some of the most devastating names in Florida hurricane history. All three had one thing in common. They formed during an El Niño season.

The News 6 Weather Team has declared Tuesday a Weather Aware Day for the possibility of a few strong storms. The highest chance for strong storms will be on the eastern half of Central Florida.

After a stretch of hot and humid weather, Central Florida is heading into a more active pattern to start the week before a rare cold front drags in drier air.

Drier and less humid conditions in store for Central Florida later in the week.

Tropical moisture lingers, but exciting changes lie ahead for next week.

A Weather Aware day has been issued for Sunday afternoon.

A Weather Aware Day has been issued as tropical moisture sticks around.

Wet and stormy weather will continue across Central Florida through the weekend as deep tropical moisture remains in place over the state.

A wetter, more tropical weather pattern is settling into Central Florida and could stick around through early next week.

Localized flooding possible as 3-5″ are expected through this weekend.

A much more active summerlike weather pattern is beginning to take shape across Central Florida as tropical moisture slowly increases ahead of the weekend.

After days of typical afternoon storms and summerlike heat, Central Florida is heading toward a much wetter and stormier pattern by the end of the week.

Drought-busting rain is on the table later this week in Central Florida as deep tropical moisture surges into the Sunshine State.

After a fairly active stretch of weather recently, Memorial Day is shaping up to be one of the quieter days of the week across Central Florida.

Temperatures remain steamy with heat indices near 100 degrees

Scattered thunderstorms and heavy rain are expected across Central Florida this Sunday afternoon, with high temperatures and a risk of localized flooding. News 6's meteorologist Michelle Morgan has the latest Pinpoint Weather outlook.

Rain chances seasonal through the holiday weekend, increasing next week.

Rain chances match the “unofficial start to summer.”

Models are picking up on tropical signals over the upcoming week that could bring much needed rain to Florida heading into late May and early June.

Central Florida’s summerlike weather pattern continues through Memorial Day weekend with hot afternoons, muggy nights and daily chances for scattered inland storms.

Heat index values could reach the upper 90s and low 100s as scattered afternoon storms continue through Memorial Day weekend

If you’re looking for ways to kick off the weekend in Central Florida, there’s no shortage of exciting events happening across Orlando and beyond.

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Central Florida’s summerlike weather pattern continues this week with more heat, humidity and spotty afternoon storms in the forecast.

Central Florida’s summerlike weather pattern continues Wednesday with more heat, humidity and inland scattered afternoon storm chances.

Central Florida’s early summer weather pattern is settling in, bringing warm and humid days, breezy afternoons and daily chances for scattered showers and storms through Memorial Day weekend.

A more summerlike weather pattern is settling into Central Florida this week, with warm temperatures, breezy onshore winds and increasing rain and storm chances as we head toward Memorial Day weekend.

Central Florida looks to kick off the new work week with mostly dry conditions, spotty afternoon showers mainly to the south, and rising chances of rain late in the week amid lingering drought.

Orlando is set for another week of muggy weather and scattered storms, with daytime highs in the lower 90s and rain chances climbing toward the weekend. Get the latest forecast from News 6’s meteorologist Michelle Morgan.

Sea breeze weather pattern is beginning to establish itself.

News 6's meteorologist Michelle Morgan shares the latest Central Florida weekend weather outlook, with warm temperatures and a chance for evening storms. Get details on high temperatures, expected showers, and a full 7-day Pinpoint Weather forecast.

Afternoon highs heating up into the 90s in a few locations

NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center says El Niño is now “likely” to develop soon and continue through the upcoming winter season.

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A drier weather pattern is settling into Central Florida Friday, bringing lower rain chances and building heat into the weekend.

Despite steady rainfall this week, Central Florida remains locked in a stubborn drought that’s expected to continue as temperatures climb into the 90s. News 6 meteorologist Jordan Patrick breaks down the latest drought monitor, weekend forecast, and what to know as hurricane season approaches.

Central Florida is packed with exciting events this weekend, from cultural festivals and live performances to sports and family-friendly fun.

Beginning Friday, the National Hurricane Center will start issuing its daily Tropical Weather Outlook for the Atlantic Basin. This product highlights areas in the tropics that could gradually develop over the next two to seven days.

A quieter weather pattern is settling into Central Florida as drier air filters into the state behind a cold front moving south through Florida Thursday.

Scattered storms possible Wednesday before drier weather returns

The best chance to see hail in Florida is from March through July, with the peak usually occurring in May.

Another round of scattered showers and storms is expected across Central Florida on Wednesday, with the greatest storm coverage developing between I4 and the coast.

An active weather setup is taking shape across Central Florida on Tuesday, with strong to severe storms expected into the afternoon and evening.

Storm chances are ramping up across Central Florida to start the week, with multiple rounds of scattered storms expected each afternoon. Some of these storms could turn strong, bringing gusty winds, hail, heavy downpours, and frequent lightning.

Rain chances remain moderate through the first half of the week

Heavy rain and frequent lightning are possible Sunday afternoon.

Summer-like pattern continues Mother’s Day Weekend

Central Florida faces a risk for isolated severe storms, with damaging winds and hail possible. Highs in the lower 90s continue, with even hotter conditions expected for the weekend, according to News 6 meteorologist Michelle Morgan.

Orlando and central Florida are set for another round of summer-like heat heading into the weekend, with forecast highs in the low to mid-90s and increased chances for scattered showers and thunderstorms.

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Record setting heat is expected across Central Florida Thursday as some of the hottest temperatures since mid-August takes over.

Central Florida is facing near-record 90s temperatures through Thursday, with relief expected in the form of scattered rain showers over Mother’s Day weekend.

Summer like heat is taking over Central Florida, with widespread record-breaking temperatures by Thursday.

We’re starting to see some of the first signs that the tropics are waking up as hurricane season closes in.

A warming trend is underway across Central Florida, with near record heat expected by the end of the week. Slight relief returns by the weekend as rain seeps back into the area.

A breezy and slightly cooler start to the week for Central Florida before temperatures quickly surge back toward the 90s over the next few days.

Next cold front is expected to arrive by the end of the week

A brief cooldown has arrived across Central Florida Sunday, but don’t get too comfortable because the summer-like heat is set to build back fast this upcoming week.

Cooler air moving into Central Florida to end weekend

Storms producing heavy rain and gusty winds

Wind Advisory in effect with storms developing this afternoon and pushing south through the evening hours

Scattered strong to severe storms are possible on Saturday

From scorching heat to strong storms, a dramatic weekend weather whiplash is setting up across Central Florida.

A few storms may become strong to severe late Saturday night into Sunday morning

Festivals, sports, shopping, and high-energy entertainment all in one weekend. Here are six things you can do in Central Florida in the next couple of days.

Near record heat, gusty winds, and storm chances are all lining up for Central Florida as a major weekend weather shift takes shape.

Pockets of heavy rain is possible this weekend. Here’s the timing so far

A much wetter pattern is setting up for the end of the weekend, with Sunday expected to bring widespread rain and storms to the area.

Hot and mostly dry through the end of the week, then a big shift to widespread rain and storms Sunday with a noticeable cooldown.

Temperatures are climbing quickly through the week before rain chances jump heading into the weekend.

Drier air from an early workweek front will keep rain chances low, before heat and rain chances build back through the week and the weekend.

Afternoon highs are expected to stay in the 90s

Central Florida is in for a quick weather rollercoaster over the next few days, with storms, a brief cooldown, and a fast return to summer like heat all on the way.

Patchy dense fog is likely early Sunday morning, followed by increasing chances for rain as the day goes on.

Near-record highs possible next week

Central Florida is settling into a more summer like pattern through the weekend and into next week as temperatures and rain chances climb.

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A big warm-up could be on the way for Central Florida as we head into the first weekend of May, as models hint at temperatures climbing to the hottest levels we’ve seen since late September 2025.

Central Florida is heading into a warmer pattern with afternoon storm chances, as fire danger lingers.

Winds ease late week as boating improves and isolated storms return by Sunday.

Cool mornings, warm afternoons, and just a hint of rain chances returning this weekend as Central Florida is settling into a comfortable spring pattern with a gradual warmup ahead.

Highs are expected to near 90 degrees by the weekend.

Comfortable weather has arrived in Central Florida, but it comes with a catch as gusty winds and dry air will keep fire danger elevated over the next few days.

After a breezy Monday across Central Florida, conditions are setting up for a heightened fire risk on Tuesday, especially inland.

A cold front that pushed through Central Florida early Monday, is dragging in cooler, drier and windy conditions through most of the week. While the weather will feel great, the combination of dry and breezy weather will rough up the surf and increase fire danger.

Showers possible tonight, with gradual warming ahead

A warm and mostly quiet stretch is wrapping up across Central Florida, but changes are right around the corner as a new front arrives late Sunday.

News 6 meteorologist Michelle Morgan says a weekend cold front is expected to bring scattered showers and lower temperatures to Central Florida, followed by breezy winds to start the work week.

The hottest weekend of the year so far is upon us.

A summerlike warmup is taking over this weekend, with temperatures climbing close to 90 degrees in many spots before a cold front brings a cooldown early next week.

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The dry and warm weather continues to end the work week. By the weekend, highs surge back into the low 90s in Central Florida.

After much-needed rain last week, we’re starting to see some improvement in drought conditions across Central Florida.

A hot and dry stretch continues across Central Florida, with temperatures climbing even higher into the weekend before a cool down arrives.

A quiet and warming weather pattern continues across Central Florida, with dry conditions and rising temperatures through the end of the week. But while the weather on land looks great, conditions at the coast remain very dangerous.

A warm and mostly dry stretch continues across Central Florida. Temperatures are expected to gradually climb before a weak front brings some changes early next week.

After a pleasant weekend, sunshine and low rain chances stick around as temperatures climb well above average