Florida – Palm fronds snap in a dry southwest breeze this morning as temperatures climb through the 50s in Orlando, setting the stage for a volatile fire weather day. By midday, the air will feel warmer and noticeably drier across Orange, Seminole, and Volusia counties.
According to the National Weather Service in Melbourne, a Red Flag Warning is in effect from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. for inland Volusia, Lake, Orange, Seminole, Osceola and northern Brevard counties. Southwest winds will increase to 15 mph with gusts between 20 and 25 mph. Relative humidity will drop to 30 to 35 percent.
Any spark could spread quickly in these conditions. Outdoor burning is strongly discouraged. Avoid parking on dry grass and secure trailer chains along State Road 417 and Florida’s Turnpike.
High temperatures reach near 79 degrees this afternoon under sunny skies. Winds ease after sunset, and humidity slowly recovers tonight with lows around 59 degrees.
Rain chances return Friday with a 30% chance of showers after 1 p.m. Highs push into the low 80s, signaling early March warmth. A better chance of showers and thunderstorms arrives Saturday, with highs near 77 degrees and rain chances around 60%. Keep umbrellas ready and monitor for lightning if you have outdoor plans.
Sunday turns mostly sunny again near 79 degrees, and Monday climbs to 82 degrees with dry weather. The broader pattern favors above-normal warmth into midweek, reinforcing spring vibes across Central Florida.
Five Day Outlook for Orlando, Florida:
Today: Sunny, high 79. Red Flag Warning 1–6 PM.
Friday: Chance of showers after 1 PM, high 83.
Saturday: Showers and storms likely, high 77.
Sunday: Mostly sunny, high 79.
Monday: Sunny, high 82.
