Florida – Warm, humid air is already building over Orlando this morning, and you can feel the shift as clouds begin to thicken ahead of developing storms that could disrupt travel by midafternoon.
According to the National Weather Service, temperatures climb quickly toward 82°F with increasing clouds and a 30% chance of thunderstorms developing after 2 p.m. Light winds will shift, allowing sea-breeze boundaries to spark scattered storms across Orange County and along the I-4 corridor.
Drivers should plan for sudden downpours and brief lightning delays later today. Wet pavement and reduced visibility could slow traffic near downtown Orlando, especially during peak afternoon travel. Keep headlights on and avoid flooded low spots.
Storm chances increase further into Wednesday, with coverage reaching 50% and highs near 77°F. Periods of rain and thunder could develop quickly, with gusty winds up to 20 mph at times. Conditions may deteriorate fast under heavier cells, so stay weather-aware if you are outdoors.
By Thursday, a noticeable shift arrives. Drier air moves in, skies turn mostly sunny, and highs rebound to 82°F. This pattern continues into Friday with temperatures climbing to 86°F, delivering a more stable and warm spring stretch across Central Florida.
For now, keep umbrellas close and monitor radar through midweek. Storm timing may shift slightly as new data comes in.
Are storms already popping up in your neighborhood this morning?
Five Day Forecast for Orlando, Florida
Wednesday: Chance of thunderstorms, high near 77°F
Thursday: Mostly sunny, high near 82°F
Friday: Sunny, high near 86°F
Saturday: Sunny, high near 85°F
Sunday: 30% chance of showers, high near 75°F
