ORLANDO, Fla. – The driest day of the week has arrived on Wednesday before Central Florida shifts into a stormier stretch for the holiday weekend.
Wednesday & Thursday
Expect a break from the widespread rain, but not a total dry-out, with coverage at 30-40%.
Afternoon and evening storms remain possible, especially near the coast.
Coverage increases Thursday, with a few storms capable of producing gusty winds and dangerous lightning.
Highs will stay in the upper 80s to low 90s.
Friday-Labor Day
The weather will be reinforced by another front on Friday.
As this happens, models show a developing low in the Gulf, which will linger near the state through the weekend. Model confidence is growing that this could lead to widespread showers and storms each day, especially Friday through Sunday.
The exact position of the system around Labor Day will ultimately determine how long the wet pattern lasts.
That means coverage could reach 70–80% daily.
Some storms may be strong, with gusts near 45 mph and localized flooding.
Friday looks like the warmest day (low 90s), but highs are expected to cool slightly into the weekend, thanks to clouds and rain.