Orlando, FL – Central Florida is heading into a scorching spring weekend, with temperatures in Orlando peaking at 96°F through Sunday and surging to 97°F by Tuesday. No rain is in the forecast until midweek, and roads like I-4 are expected to bake under intense sun, increasing the risk of car trouble and heat-related illnesses.
According to the National Weather Service in Melbourne, calm morning winds will shift westward each afternoon, offering little relief. Highs from Friday through Tuesday will remain in the mid to upper 90s, with nighttime lows hovering around the mid-70s. Humidity remains high, pushing heat indices above 100°F during peak afternoon hours.
Locals should avoid extended outdoor exposure between 1 p.m. and 5 p.m., stay hydrated, and check vehicle coolant levels. Drivers along I-4 and Colonial Drive should take precautions as asphalt can reach up to 150°F in full sun, making tire blowouts more likely.
Saturday and Sunday mirror Friday’s forecast—clear skies, minimal wind, and highs around 96°F. Monday and Tuesday offer no change, with Monday night remaining mostly clear and warm. Relief may arrive late Wednesday, when a slight chance of thunderstorms and breezy gusts up to 20 mph appear in the extended outlook.
Five-Day Outlook for Orlando:
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, high near 96°F.
- Sunday: Hot again, calm winds, high of 96°F.
- Monday: Sunny, high near 96°F.
- Tuesday: Hottest day, reaching 97°F.
- Wednesday: Slight rain chance returns, highs drop to 95°F.
