ORLANDO, Fla. – Another round of rain and coastal flooding is on the way before Central Florida finally gets a break from the heat and humidity.
Thursday-Saturday Morning
Rain chances are climbing again Thursday and Friday, with heavy downpours likely along the coast.
The ground is already saturated from recent storms, so even moderate rainfall could quickly lead to ponding on roads and minor flooding in poor-drainage spots.
Coastal communities could rack up an additional 1–3 inches, with isolated areas picking up closer to 4 inches.
Friday and Saturday will stay unsettled as an area of low pressure develops off along the front on the east coast of Florida.
Scattered showers and isolated storms will continue, but by late Saturday night, cooler and drier air will finally move in.
Coastal Hazards
Coastal flooding, rough surf and life-threatening rip currents will be major concerns through Saturday, especially around high tide.
Persistent onshore winds are pushing water toward the coast, flooding nearby roads and worsening beach erosion in some areas.
Expect breezy northeast winds of 15–25 mph and gusts up to 30–35 mph, strongest along the Volusia coast. These winds will build surf up to 5–7 feet over the next few days.
A High Surf Advisory and Coastal Flood Advisory remain in effect, and a Coastal Flood Watch extends into Saturday night as water levels could rise 2–3 feet above normal.
Sunday-Next Week
By Sunday, fall will make its long-awaited arrival with sunshine, lower humidity and highs in the low to mid-80s.
Overnight lows will dip into the mid- to upper 60s inland, offering the most comfortable weather Central Florida has felt since mid-May.