ORLANDO, Fla. – Central Florida is in for a classic summer weekend pattern.
Saturday kicks off mostly dry, but rain chances jump to 60–70% by the afternoon.
Thanks to sea breezes and extra moisture from a nearby low-pressure system over Georgia, expect scattered showers and thunderstorms to pop up throughout the weekend.
Some storms could pack a punch, bringing heavy downpours, wind gusts up to 50 mph, and frequent lightning. Stay weather-aware!
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Temperatures will soar into the low 90s, but with high humidity, it’ll feel more like the low 100s, so stay cool and hydrated!
Beachgoers:
Early morning looks ideal for hitting the sand. Water temperatures are warm, in the low 90s, but watch out for scattered afternoon and evening showers. The rip current risk remains moderate along the east coast, and the UV index is extreme — don’t forget the sunscreen!
Looking ahead, expect an unsettled weather pattern to linger into next week. Daily rain chances stay high, with steamy highs holding in the low 90s. For the Fourth of July, plan for possible scattered showers and storms, with daytime highs again in the low 90s.
In the Tropics:
We’re keeping an eye on a broad area of low pressure — now designated Invest 91L — that’s expected to move into the Bay of Campeche this weekend. If it lingers over favorable waters, it could develop into a tropical depression this weekend. As of 8 a.m. Saturday the NHC has a 50% in the next 2-7 days for tropical development.
While it may bring heavy rain and gusty winds to parts of Central America and Mexico, there are no tropical threats to Central Florida at this time.
Stay safe, stay cool, and enjoy your weekend!