ORLANDO, Fla. – Get ready for some changes in the weather this weekend, Central Florida! A cold front is on the move and expected to sweep through the area on Sunday. The front, which has been moving across the Midwest, is forecast to weaken before reaching the region but could still bring a few scattered showers and isolated storms throughout the afternoon.
Rain chances remain low overall, with about a 20% coverage for showers and storms. Cloudy skies are expected to increase ahead of the front. Most rain activity will be spotty and lower in intensity, and there are no current indications of severe conditions.
Temperatures across Central Florida will start off mild, with overnight lows in the lower 60s. Sunday is forecast to bring above-average highs. The humidity is also expected to creep up a bit, so if you have outdoor plans, staying hydrated is a good idea.
After the front pushes through, a drop in temperatures is expected. Monday could see a high around 80 degrees in Orlando, and Tuesday is forecast to remain comfortable in the low 80s. The region should stick with mostly 80s throughout the week before the lower 90s make a comeback next weekend.
Planning a trip to Daytona Beach for Jeep Beach? Conditions are forecast to be warm and pleasant on Sunday, with highs in the upper 80s.
Looking ahead to the work week, Monday morning could be especially breezy, with wind gusts expected up to 30 miles per hour. These winds are likely to stick around into the afternoon hours before settling down.
The News 6 Pinpoint Weather 7-day forecast suggests that after the front moves out, rain chances will stay minimal for several days, giving Central Florida a stretch of sunny and pleasant spring weather. By next weekend, temperatures are expected to rebound into the lower 90s.
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