Will Florida see weather fireworks on the Fourth of July? Here’s what to expect

ORLANDO, Fla. – The Fourth of July is shaping up to be a soggy one in Central Florida.

Scattered rain and thunderstorms are expected in the Orlando area, especially as the afternoon and evening hours unfold.

The coverage of rain and storms is increasing as we go through the day, but there is a chance that some neighborhoods could experience brief dry spells.

The risk for heavy downpours and thunder is expected to stay elevated throughout the holiday.

Afternoon highs in the Orlando area will reach the upper 80s and lower 90s.

If you’re heading out to fireworks celebrations, plan for wet weather and check for real-time radar updates before you go.

Eye on the tropics: Atlantic system watched

We’re watching a developing area of low pressure off the Florida coast.

The National Hurricane Center as of Friday afternoon gives the system a 70% chance of forming over the next two to seven days.

The rainy pattern doesn’t stop after the holiday weekend.

The seven-day forecast keeps daily rain chances in the range of 40% to 70% through next Thursday, with afternoon temperatures sticking in the upper 80s to lower 90s.

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