ORLANDO, Fla. – High pressure remains in control across Florida this week, keeping Central Florida in a breezy onshore pattern with gradually warming temperatures.
Breezy This Evening with Isolated Showers South
North to northeast winds will run 10 to 15 mph today, with gusts up to 20 to 25 mph at times, especially along the coast as the sea breeze develops.
Most of Central Florida stays dry, but a few isolated showers are possible, mainly from Cape Canaveral to Kissimmee southward. Rain chances this evening sit around 20% - 30%, and lightning is not expected.
A few showers may drift onshore overnight, mainly near the coast, with rain chances between 20% and 40%.
Good News for Lunar Eclipse Viewing
Most areas will see partly cloudy skies overnight, which should allow many of us to catch the total lunar eclipse. Clouds will not be completely absent, but viewing conditions look favorable across much of the region.
Overnight lows drop to 63 degrees.
Warming Trend Continues
Tuesday’s high climbs to 82 degrees, and temperatures will continue trending warmer through the week.
By late week, many inland areas will reach the mid 80s. Coastal communities will stay slightly cooler thanks to the afternoon sea breeze. Overnight lows remain mild in the low 60s.
Daily Rain Chances This Week
As winds turn more easterly and pull in Atlantic moisture, rain chances increase to 30% - 50% each afternoon through the weekend.
These will not be washout days. Expect scattered, quick-moving showers, with a low chance for isolated lightning storms. Any storms that develop could produce brief gusty winds and lightning.
Beach and Boating Conditions
A high risk of rip currents continues at area beaches due to increasing onshore winds. Swim near a lifeguard and use extreme caution. Entering rough surf is not advised.
Boating conditions will be poor to hazardous at times this week. Winds increase to 15 - 20 knots, and seas build to 4 - 7 feet offshore. Small craft should exercise caution.