ORLANDO, Fla. – If you’re already bundled up, it’s time to grab some extra layers as the coldest air of the season is set to arrive in Central Florida later this week.
Orlando’s coldest morning so far this winter was around New Year’s, when lows dipped to 38 degrees.
At this point, the forecast shows that this upcoming cold snap could match or slightly undercut that.
Temperatures begin to tumble after a cold front moves in Thursday. Scattered showers will be possible, with coverage at 40-50%.
Once the front clears, temperatures will start dropping fast.
Friday morning could be the coldest night of the season.
These cold temperatures could feel even colder, as gusty northwest winds are expected to drop wind chills into the upper 20s and lower 30s.
Conditions like this could trigger widespread Cold Weather Advisories early Friday.
Patchy frost concerns are possible Friday and Saturday mornings, and a brief freeze cannot be ruled out in colder inland spots if winds go calm.
While temperatures slowly rebound over the weekend, another reinforcing shot of chilly air early next week may bring even colder air by Monday and Tuesday.
This will likely be the coldest stretch Central Florida has seen so far this season, so make sure to stock up on extra fire logs and locate the heavier jackets ahead of time!