ORLANDO, Fla. – Central Florida is expected to turn blustery as a cold front sweeps through the area. Winds are expected to gust between 30 and 35 mph on Monday. Breezy, dry air and low humidity will also combine to elevate the fire weather risk through the start of the week.
The Pinpoint Weather team is monitoring the potential for fire danger closely, as all the right ingredients—gusty winds, dry conditions, and low humidity—come together over the next several days. Sustained winds are forecast to flow in from the northwest at around 15 to 20 mph throughout Monday afternoon, with gusts likely to be strongest in the morning hours. Fire weather concerns are expected to linger for several days, so it’s wise to use extra caution outdoors, especially with any activities that could spark fires.
For anyone heading to the coast or ready to get out on the water, there’s another heads-up: a high rip current risk and small craft advisories will be in place along the beaches at least through Tuesday. Choppy surf and strong currents make caution especially important. If you’re planning to swim, make sure to stay near a lifeguard, and keep a close eye on changing conditions.
Temperature trends: Mild nights and a warming week
Temperatures overnight into Monday will be mild, dipping into the 60s and low 70s across the region. Monday afternoon is expected to be pleasant, with highs reaching the upper 70s and low 80s.
Looking ahead, daytime highs are forecast to hold steady in the lower 80s Tuesday through Thursday. The real heat is likely to build as the week goes on, pushing highs closer to the upper 80s Friday and Saturday, and then reaching into the low 90s by Sunday.
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