ORLANDO, Fla. – If you’re planning on spending your Sunday outside, be prepared for intense heat and limited rain relief around.
A strong ridge of high pressure is keeping most of the region hot and dry, with the best chance (30%) for storms near and north of the Interstate 4 corridor late this afternoon into early evening.
Any storms that do form could bring lightning, wind gusts up to 45 mph, and brief heavy downpours before tapering off tonight.
The real concern today is the heat. Highs will climb into the low to mid 90s, but with the humidity, it’ll feel more like 105 to 110 degrees.
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A Heat Advisory is in effect from noon to 6 p.m. for several counties, including Orange, Lake, Osceola, Volusia, and Brevard.
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Remember to stay hydrated, take breaks in the shade or AC, and check on vulnerable neighbors.
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Next week pattern change
Looking ahead, rain chances ramp up next week as tropical moisture increases and a stalled front moves in from the north.
Expect daily storm chances of 50–70% from Tuesday through Friday, mainly in the afternoons and evenings.
Some storms may bring gusty winds, frequent lightning, and localized flooding.
Despite the added rain, the heat sticks around, with “feels-like” temps still above 100 degrees most days. Additional heat advisories may be needed.