Central Florida Weather Alert: Rising Weekend Rain Chances as Temperatures Heat Up

ORLANDO, Fla. – Central Florida is experiencing a significant rise in temperatures, but this warmth is paving the way for potential changes as the weekend approaches, with rain likely to make an appearance.

THURSDAY

The day began under a blanket of dense fog and low-lying clouds, leading to a gloomy and sluggish start with visibility issues affecting the morning commute.

Throughout the day, mostly cloudy conditions are anticipated due to a lingering weak front overhead. Alongside the clouds, there’s a minor 20-30% chance of encountering light showers in the afternoon and early evening, with temperatures reaching the mid- to low 70s.

There is a possibility of patchy fog returning early Friday morning.

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FRIDAY & SATURDAY

Friday and Saturday remain fairly quiet as the weakening front lingers across Central Florida.

Highs both days will range from the upper 70s to near 80 degrees.

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SUNDAY & MONDAY

Attention then turns to Sunday into Monday, when a stronger cold front approaches. Rain chances increase Sunday afternoon, becoming more widespread Sunday night, with a 50-60% chance of scattered showers and a few storms.

Breezy and gusty southerly winds will develop ahead of the front Sunday before shifting northwest to north behind it Monday and Tuesday.

Highs settle back into the 70s early next week, with overnight lows in the 50s to low 60s, before another gradual warmup by midweek.