ORLANDO, Fla. – Near record heat is building across Central Florida, but winter is preparing to make a comeback.
WEDNESDAY
Southerly winds will help temperatures surge into the low to mid-80s inland. Strong afternoon heating will allow a sea breeze to develop along the coast, keeping coastal communities slightly cooler.
Since the warmth feels more like late spring than winter, many might want to enjoy the beaches. A long period swell is creating a high risk of life-threatening rip currents at all area beaches over the next several days.
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Patchy fog is expected to develop overnight, with visibility down to less than a mile for your morning commute.
THURSDAY-SATURDAY
Over the next several days, expect the warming pattern to strengthen. Highs reach the low to mid-80s Thursday, then push toward the upper 80s inland on Friday and Saturday, with near daily record values in some locations.
Coastal areas will continue to see afternoon sea breezes, keeping highs in the low to mid-80s.
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SUNDAY
A cold front arrives Sunday, bringing noticeable changes. Winds will pick up before shifting northwest late in the day.
Rain chances rise slightly, with scattered showers possible, around 30 to 50%, and highs in the low 80s.
NEXT WEEK
Much cooler air settles in behind the front by Monday.
Morning lows will drop into the 40s, with afternoon highs only reaching the low to mid-60s.
Tuesday morning looks even colder, with a decent chance that many inland neighborhoods dip into the 30s.
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DROUGHT CONCERNS
The prolonged dry stretch is increasing drought concerns and fire weather sensitivity. With little rainfall and rising heat, vegetation continues to dry out.
Drier air, breezy conditions, and lowering humidity levels could make fire danger even higher in the coming days, allowing flames to spread more quickly if they start.
More burn bans could be issued over the upcoming days if conditions continue to deteriorate. Check here to see if your county is under a burn ban.